2 Escudos (Guatemala) 1825-1847 front 2 Escudos (Guatemala) 1825-1847 back
2 Escudos (Guatemala) 1825-1847 photo
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2 Escudos Guatemala

 
Gold (.875) 6.75 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Federal Republic of Central America
Period
Federal Republic (1821-1841)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1825-1847
Value
2 Escudos (32)
Currency
Real (1824-1851)
Composition
Gold (.875)
Weight
6.75 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#17169
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Tree divides value. With motto around. Mint, assayer's initial and fineness at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
•LIBRE CRESCA FECUNDO•
2• E•
NG•M•21 Qs

Translation:
Free grows fertile
Two Escudos
Nueva Guatemala M 21 Karats

Interesting fact

The 2 Escudos coin from Guatemala, issued between 1825 and 1847, is interesting because it was made of gold (.875) and weighed 6.75 grams, making it a valuable and rare coin among collectors.