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2 Maravedis - Isabel II
| Copper | 2.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| Queen | Isabella II (1833-1868) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1836-1858 |
| Value | 2 Maravedis (1⁄17) |
| Currency | Real de vellon (1808-1848) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#18503 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 33% |
Reverse
Cross of Don Pelayo with castles and rampant lions representing the Kingdoms of Castile and Leon, three fleurs-de-lis in a central oval representing the Bourbons.
Script: Latin
Lettering: REYNA DE LAS ESPAÑAS.
Translation: Queen of the Spains
Engraver: Mariano González de Sepúlveda Salazar
Comment
KM#532.1 BarcelonaKM#532.2 Jubia
KM#532.3 Madrid
KM#532.4 Segovia
Interesting fact
The 2 Maravedis coin was a significant denomination during the reign of Queen Isabel II, as it was the smallest coin that was widely used in circulation. It was made of copper and weighed 2.5 grams, making it a compact and portable form of currency for everyday transactions. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in the economy of Spain during that time, and it remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1842 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1847 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1858 BA | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Maravedis - Isabel II 1836-1858 coin.
