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© Banco de Mexico
2 Reales - Ferdinand VII Durango - Royalist Coinage
| Silver (.903) | 6.77 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | State of Durango |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1812-1817 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 6.77 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#74789 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned arms shield flanked by columns.
Lettering: HISPAN•ET IND•REX•D•2R•R•M•
Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
Durango 2 Reales RM
Comment
Although similar in design to KM#93, these .1 coins were made by Loyalists in their region to show support for the Crown. So the design is but a mere copy of the Mexico City one.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in Mexico. The State of Durango was a stronghold of the Spanish Crown, and the coinage issued during this period reflected the tensions between the royalist forces and the insurgent movements fighting for independence. This coin, bearing the image of King Ferdinand VII, represents the efforts of the Spanish monarchy to maintain control over its colonies in the face of growing opposition.
