2½ Cents 1979-1985 front 2½ Cents 1979-1985 back
2½ Cents 1979-1985 photo
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2½ Cents

 
Aluminium (97.25% Aluminium, 2.5% Magnesium, 0.25% Chrome) 1.2 g 22.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Netherlands Antilles
Queen
Juliana (1948-1980) Beatrix (1980-2013)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1979-1985
Value
2½ Cents (0.025&nbspANG)
Currency
Gulden (1828-date)
Composition
Aluminium (97.25% Aluminium, 2.5% Magnesium, 0.25% Chrome)
Weight
1.2 g
Diameter
22.6 mm
Thickness
1.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#7660
Rarity index
8%

Reverse

Two stars on both sides and above the value along with some leaves at the bottom

Script: Latin

Lettering:
2 1/2
CENT

Engraver: Geurt Brinkgreve

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 2½ Cents coin from Netherlands Antilles was designed by sculptor and medallist, J.M. Swart. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands, while the reverse features a depiction of a hummingbird, which is a common species found in the Netherlands Antilles. The coin's unique design and the use of aluminum as the primary material make it stand out among other coins from the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1979  2012000 - - - - - -
1980  2018000 - - - - - -
1981  1023000 - - - - - -
1982  1010000 - - - - - -
1983  1025000 - - - - - -
1984  1026000 - - - - - -
1985  1024000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Cents 1979-1985 coin.