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2½ Pesos
| Gold (.917) | 3.994 g | - |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1886-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1919-1920 |
| Value | 2½ Pesos (2.5 COP) |
| Currency | Peso decimalized (1847-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3.994 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#108784 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Arms and denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOS Y MEDIO PESOS
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• G 3.994 • LEI 0.916 2/3 •
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2½ Pesos 1919-1920 coin from Colombia is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a series of emergency measures aimed at addressing the economic crisis caused by World War I. Despite being made of gold, the coin was not widely accepted by the public due to its low denomination and the fact that it was not backed by a stable currency. As a result, the coin is now considered a rare collector's item, with some specimens selling for thousands of dollars.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | 34000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1920 | 34000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Pesos 1919-1920 coin.
