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2 Pesos José Martí
| Gold (.900) | 3.3436 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1902-1906, 1909-1959) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1915-1916 |
| Value | 2 Pesos (2 CUP) |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 3.3436 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 22 May 1934 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#34183 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Portrait of José Martí, Cuban National Hero (1853-1895), motto "Patria y Libertad" as curved legend on top, date on excergue, weight and fineness on sides. Line of denticles close to rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PATRIA Y LIBERTAD
• 3.3436 G. • 1916 • 900 M •
Translation:
Fatherland and Freedom
3.3436g. 1915 900M
Engraver: Charles Edward Barber
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 2 Pesos (José Martí) 1915-1916 coin from Cuba is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change in the country's history. The coin was issued during the first year of independence from Spain, and it features the image of José Martí, a prominent Cuban national hero who played a key role in the country's struggle for independence. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1916 | 150000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Pesos (José Martí) 1915-1916 coin.
