2 Reales 1860 front 2 Reales 1860 back
2 Reales 1860 photo
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2 Reales

1860 year
Silver (.750) 6.2 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
La Rioja (Argentine provinces)
Period
Federal Province (1853-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1860
Value
2 Reales
Currency
Real (1821-1860)
Composition
Silver (.750)
Weight
6.2 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#59863
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Value and date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
·CREDITO PUB·DE LA RIOJA·
2
REALES
9D·1860·B

Engraver: José Barros (B)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1860 2 Reales coin from La Rioja (Argentine provinces) is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Argentina. The country was facing a severe economic crisis, and the government was struggling to maintain stability. Despite these challenges, the minting of coins continued, and the 2 Reales coin remains a testament to the resilience and determination of the Argentine people during this period.