2 Reales 1849-1853 front 2 Reales 1849-1853 back
2 Reales 1849-1853 photo
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2 Reales

 
Silver (.900) 5.0 g 23.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Colombia
Period
Republic of New Granada (1831-1858)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1849-1853
Value
2 Reales (0.2&nbspCOP)
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
References
Numista
N#25158
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
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.