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2 Guilder - George III
1809 year| Silver (.816) | 15.5 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Demerara and Essequibo (Guyana) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1803-1820) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1809 |
| Value | 2 Guilder |
| Currency | Guilder ( -1839) |
| Composition | Silver (.816) |
| Weight | 15.5 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1900 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#19582 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COLONIES OF ESSEQUEBO & DEMERARY TOKEN
2
1809
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Guilder - George III 1809 coin from Demerara and Essequibo (Guyana) is that it was minted during a time when the region was still a British colony, and the coin's design reflects this history. The obverse side of the coin features an image of King George III, while the reverse side features a depiction of a sugar cane plant, which was a major crop in the region at the time. This coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the region's rich cultural and economic heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1809 | 16000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Guilder - George III 1809 coin.
