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2 Cents Pattern
1890 year| Bronze | 10.5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Liberia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1847-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1890 |
| Value | 2 Cents (0.02) |
| Currency | Dollar pattern strikes (1847-1890) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.5 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2.15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#71002 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Shielded arms, denomination and date in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST
* TWO CENTS 1890 *
Edge
Plain
Comment
Status of this coin is still disputed, Numista decided to list them among Liberia coinage until their status is resolved.Prev. KM#Pn51.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 2 Cents (Pattern) 1890 from Liberia made of Bronze weighing 10.5g is that it is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item. It is considered a key date in the Liberian coinage series and its unique design, featuring a portrait of Liberia's first president, Joseph Jenkins Roberts, makes it stand out among other coins from the region. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in 1890, during a time of great change and development in Liberia, adds to its historical significance and value to collectors.
