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2 Centimos - Alfonso XIII 5th portrait
| Bronze (95% copper, 4% tin, 1% zinc) | 2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Alfonso XIII (1886-1931) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1911-1912 |
| Value | 2 Centimos (0.02 ESP) |
| Currency | Peseta (1868-2001) |
| Composition | Bronze (95% copper, 4% tin, 1% zinc) |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 29 October 1941 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#9104 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain within beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REY CONSTL. DE ESPAÑA
2 C
P·C· 1911 ·V·
Unabridged legend:
Rey Constitucional de España
2 Céntimos
Translation:
Constitutional King of Spain
2 Centimos
Engraver: Bartolomé Maura Montaner
Edge
Plain
Comment
Initials of mint officials:
P=V.Peiro
C=R.Caro
V=R.Vega
Interesting fact
The 2 Centimos - Alfonso XIII (5th portrait) 1911-1912 coin from Spain features a unique design element - the king's crown is depicted as a closed crown, signifying his status as a constitutional monarch, rather than an absolute monarch. This design choice reflects the political climate of the time, as Spain was transitioning from an absolute monarchy to a constitutional monarchy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 PCV | 2284000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1912 PCV | 5216000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Centimos - Alfonso XIII (5th portrait) 1911-1912 coin.
