2 Escudos (Pattern) 1869 front 2 Escudos (Pattern) 1869 back
2 Escudos (Pattern) 1869 photo
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2 Escudos Pattern

1869 year
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
Mexico
Period
Federal Republic (1823-1905)
Type
Pattern
Year
1869
Value
2 Escudos (32)
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#335597
Rarity index
100%

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 • Mo • 1869 • C • H • 21 Qs •

Translation: Liberty in law

Interesting fact

The Pattern 2 Escudos coin from Mexico, made of Copper in 1869, features a unique design element - a small image of a jaguar, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Mesoamerican cultures.