2 Reales - Ferdinand VII (imaginary bust) 1810-1811 front 2 Reales - Ferdinand VII (imaginary bust) 1810-1811 back
2 Reales - Ferdinand VII (imaginary bust) 1810-1811 photo
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2 Reales - Ferdinand VII imaginary bust

 
Silver (.896) 6.7668 g 27.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Chile
King
Ferdinand VII (1808-1821)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1810-1811
Value
2 Reales
Currency
Real (1541-1817)
Composition
Silver (.896)
Weight
6.7668 g
Diameter
27.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#35213
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Crowned arms and pillars

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HISPAN ET IND REX
So 2R FJ
PLUS VLTRA

Edge

Chained

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an imaginary bust of Ferdinand VII, as the actual bust of the king was not available during the time of its production. This imaginary bust was created by the engraver, José del Pozo, and it is one of the most distinctive features of this coin.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1810 So FJ 45000 - - - - - -
1811 So FJ 27000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Reales - Ferdinand VII (imaginary bust) 1810-1811 coin.