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2 Escudos
| Gold (.875) | 6.77 g | - |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal Republic (1823-1905) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1825-1870 |
| Value | 2 Escudos (32) |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 6.77 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#15012 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Hand writing in the book of law, with liberty cap on top of pen. With legend at top. Value, mint, date, assayer's initials and fineness at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTAD EN LA LEY
*2E•GA•1860•J•G•21Qs•
Translation:
Liberty in law
2 Escudos, Guadalajara, 1860JG, 21 Karats.
Comment
Mints:KM#380 - C - Culiacan
KM#380.1 - Do - Durango
KM#380.2 - EoMo - Estado de Mexico
KM#380.3 - Ga - Guadalajara
KM#380.4 - GC - Guadalupe y Calvo
KM#380.5 - Go - Guanajuato
KM#380.6 - Ho - Hermosillo
KM#380.7 - Mo - Mexico City
KM#380.8 - Zs - Zacatecas
Interesting fact
The 2 Escudos coin from Mexico, issued between 1825 and 1870, features an interesting design element - the crowned eagle on the obverse (front side) is depicted with its wings outstretched, symbolizing the power and strength of the Mexican nation.
