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2 Reales
Silver (.900) | 5.0 g | 23.2 mm |
Issuer | Colombia |
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Period | Republic of New Granada (1831-1858) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1849-1853 |
Value | 2 Reales (0.2 COP) |
Currency | Peso decimalized (1847-date) |
Composition | Silver (.900) |
Weight | 5.0 g |
Diameter | 23.2 mm |
Thickness | 1.4 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#25158 |
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Rarity index | 67% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath. Mint above it and fineness below it.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BOGOTA
DOS
REALES
LEI 0,900
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 2 Reales coin from Colombia, minted between 1849 and 1853, has an interesting feature. It has a unique design element - the national coat of arms on the reverse side is surrounded by a wreath made of coffee branches and cotton plants. This design was intended to symbolize the country's rich agricultural resources and highlight the importance of coffee and cotton as major exports.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1849 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
1851 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Reales 1849-1853 coin.