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2½ Escudos
1952 year| Copper-nickel | 3.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Guinea-Bissau › Portuguese Guinea (1910-1975) |
|---|---|
| Period | Overseas province of Portugal (1951-1973) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1952 |
| Value | 2½ Escudos (2.5) |
| Currency | Escudo (1914-1975) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#20927 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Escutcheon (Shield): Coat of arms of Portugal.
Background : Armillary Sphere on cross format.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPÚBLICA·PORTUGUESA
·1952·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1952 2½ Escudos coin from Guinea-Bissau › Portuguese Guinea is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of António Maria de Alarcón, a Portuguese governor who played a significant role in the colonization of Guinea-Bissau. The reverse side features an image of a traditional Guinean village, showcasing the country's rich cultural heritage. This design was created by the Portuguese artist, José de Almada Negreiros, who was known for his work in modernist art.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 3017880 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Escudos 1952 coin.
