2 Cents (Madras) 1825-1828 front 2 Cents (Madras) 1825-1828 back
2 Cents (Madras) 1825-1828 photo
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2 Cents Madras

 
Copper 17.6 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Penang (British East Indies)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1825-1828
Value
2 Cents (0.02)
Currency
Dollar (1786-1826)
Composition
Copper
Weight
17.6 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#21239
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Arabic inscription within wreath of lily cups running clockwise.

Script: Arabic

Lettering: قولو قينع

Unabridged legend: Pulau Penang

Translation: Penang Island

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Cents (Madras) 1825-1828 coin from Penang (British East Indies) is that it was made of copper, which was a common material for coins at that time, but it was also used as a form of currency in trade with China, where copper was highly valued.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1825  130000 - - - - - -
1828  720000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Cents (Madras) 1825-1828 coin.