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2½ Centimos de Escudo - Isabel II
| Bronze | 6.25 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| Queen | Isabella II (1833-1868) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1865-1868 |
| Value | 2½ Escudo cents (0.025) |
| Currency | Escudo (1864-1873) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.25 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#3146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REINA DE LAS ESPAÑAS.
2½ CENTIMOS DE ESCUDO
OM
Translation:
Queen of the Spains
2½ Centimos of Escudo
Engraver: Luis Marchionni Hombrón
Edge
Plain
Comment
KM#634.1 Barcelona - 8 pointed star
KM#634.2 Jubia - 4 pointed star
KM#634.3 Madrid - 6 pointed star
KM#634.4 Segovia - 3 pointed star
KM#634.5 Seville - 7 pointed star
OM are Oeschger, Mesdach y Cía., French company based in Strasbourg (France), contracted to manufacture the copper coins of this period in different Spanish mints.
Interesting fact
The 2½ Centimos de Escudo coin was minted during the reign of Queen Isabel II of Spain, who ruled from 1833 to 1868. The coin was part of a series of coins minted during her reign that featured a portrait of the queen on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of bronze and had a relatively low denomination, making it accessible to the general population. Despite its low value, the coin is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with some mint conditions selling for thousands of dollars.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1867 OM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1868 OM | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Centimos de Escudo - Isabel II 1865-1868 coin.
