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2 Pesetas - Alfonso XII
| Silver (.835) | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Alfonso XII (1874-1885) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1879-1884 |
| Value | 2 Pesetas (2 ESP) |
| Currency | Peseta (1868-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 20 February 1939 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#7151 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain with Pillars of Hercules.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REY CONSTL. DE ESPAÑA
PLUS ULTRA
M·S· 2 PESETAS ·M·
Unabridged legend: Rey Constitucional de España
Translation:
Constitutional king of Spain
Further beyond
Engraver: Gregorio Sellán González
Edge
Reeded
Comment
There are variants of 1882 with overdate.Mint official's initials:
M=M.Morejon
S=P.Sala
M=A.Mendoza
Interesting fact
The coin features a portrait of King Alfonso XII, who was only 16 years old when he ascended to the throne in 1874. He was known for his progressive policies and modernization efforts, and his reign marked a period of significant economic and social growth in Spain.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1879 EMM | 5578225 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1881 MSM | 3639219 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1882 MSM | 20342803 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1883 MSM | 3318205 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1884 MSM | 2838932 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Pesetas - Alfonso XII 1879-1884 coin.
