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2 Décimos
| Silver (.835) | 5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Period | United States of Colombia (1863-1886) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1866-1867 |
| Value | 2 Décimos (0.2 COP) |
| Currency | Peso decimalized (1847-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#20850 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
Denomination and year within wreath. Mint above it and fineness below it.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
POPAYAN
DOS
DECIMOS
1867
LEI 0,835
Comment
KM varies by mintmark:KM#149a.1 - Bogotá Mint
KM#149a.2 - Popayan Mint
Interesting fact
The 2 Décimos coin from Colombia, minted between 1866 and 1867, was made of silver (.835) and weighed 5 grams. Despite its relatively small size and weight, this coin was an important part of Colombia's currency system during its time, and it's still a sought-after collector's item today.
