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2 Reales - Ferdinand VII Royalist coinage
| Silver | 4.88 g | 24.2 mm |
| Issuer | Caracas (Venezuelan provinces) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1817-1821 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1802-1830) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.88 g |
| Diameter | 24.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#59644 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Cross divides castles and lions. With value at top and bottom and King's initial and number at sides.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
F 7
2
Translation:
2 Reales
Fernando 7th
2 Reales
Comment
C#6.1 - In cross Lion - Castle.C#6.2 - In cross Castle - Lion.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in Venezuela. The Royalist coinage was issued by the Spanish colonial authorities in Caracas, while the Venezuelan provinces were fighting for independence. This coin is a tangible piece of history that represents the complex political landscape of the time.
