2 Lepta 1819-1820 front 2 Lepta 1819-1820 back
2 Lepta 1819-1820 photo
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2 Lepta

 
Copper 4.72 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Ionian Islands › United States of the Ionian Islands (1815-1864)
King
George III (1810-1820)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1819-1820
Value
2 Lepta (½)
Currency
Obol (1819-1834)
Composition
Copper
Weight
4.72 g
Diameter
22 mm
Thickness
6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#5456
Rarity index
21%

Reverse

Britannia seated left

Script: Latin

Lettering: BRITANNIA.

Translation: Britain

Engraver: William Wyon

Edge

Plain

Comment

This coin was equal in value and weight to the British farthing.

Interesting fact

The 2 Lepta coin from the Ionian Islands has an interesting feature - it has a unique "keyhole" shaped hole in the center, which was designed to prevent the coin from being counterfeited. This distinctive feature makes it easily recognizable and a sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1819 . 9461760 - - - - - -
1820 . - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Lepta 1819-1820 coin.