2 Escudos 1837-1838 front 2 Escudos 1837-1838 back
2 Escudos 1837-1838 photo
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2 Escudos

 
Gold (.875) 6.7 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Chile
Period
Republic (1818-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1837-1838
Value
2 Escudos (32)
Currency
Republic Real (1817-1852)
Composition
Gold (.875)
Weight
6.7 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#35262
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Hand on the book of the Constitution.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IGUALDAD ANTE LA LEI · 2E · I · J
* 21 Qs *
CONSTITUCION

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Escudos 1837-1838 coin from Chile is that it was minted during a time of political and economic turmoil in the country. The coin was issued by the government of Chile in an attempt to stabilize the economy and promote trade, but it ultimately proved to be a rare and valuable collector's item due to its limited mintage and historical significance.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1837 So IJ 331 - - - - - -
1838 So IJ 3449 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Escudos 1837-1838 coin.