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2½ Pesos
| Gold (.917) | 3.994 g | - |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1886-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1924-1929 |
| Value | 2½ Pesos (2.5 COP) |
| Currency | Peso decimalized (1847-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3.994 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#48319 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Coat of Arms of Colombia
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOS PESOS Y MEDIO
G·3,994·LEY·0,916⅔
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2½ Pesos 1924-1929 coin from Colombia is that it was the first gold coin to be issued by the country. It was introduced in 1924 as a replacement for the silver 2 Pesos coin and was minted until 1929. The coin was made of .917 gold, which is 91.7% gold, and weighed 3.994 grams. This coin was a significant departure from the previous silver coins and marked a turning point in Colombia's monetary history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Pesos 1924-1929 coin.
