2 Escalins ND
1798 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Saint Lucia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1798 |
| Value | 2 Escalins |
| Currency | Countermarked coinage |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Other (1/6 cut of 8 Reales) |
| Technique | Countermarked |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#101694 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
1/6 cut of Spanish or Spanish Colonial 8 Reales.
Interesting fact
The 2 Escalins coin from Saint Lucia, made of silver, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage. It was minted in 1798, during the French Revolution, and features the image of a liberty cap on the obverse side, symbolizing freedom and democracy. The coin's design was inspired by the French Revolution's ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity, and its mintage was limited to only 10,000 coins. As a result, it is considered a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.