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2 Quarts - Victoria
| Copper | 10.50 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1841-1861 |
| Value | 2 Quarts (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Real (1802-1861) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 10.50 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#17866 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 42% |
Reverse
Castle with key below.
This design is part of the Gibraltarian Coat-of-Arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GIBRALTAR
TWO QUARTS.
Edge
Plain
Comment
The standard weight of these coins was 162 grains.Interesting fact
The 2 Quarts coin from Gibraltar featuring Queen Victoria's image was minted during a time when the territory was still under British rule, and it was used as a form of currency in the local economy. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the coin has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and the fact that it was minted in limited quantities.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1842 | 48000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Quarts - Victoria 1841-1861 coin.
