© Stacks Bowers
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2 Reales - Ferdinand VII Santa Marta
1820 year| Silver | 4.29 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Santa Marta (Colombian states) |
|---|---|
| Period | Colombian War of Independence (1810-1824) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1820 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1616-1820) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.29 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#183097 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross with S, M, castle, sword and cannon balls in quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Reales - Ferdinand VII (Santa Marta) 1820 coin is that it was minted during a time of political and economic turmoil in Colombia. The country was struggling for independence from Spain, and the minting of this coin was a symbol of the city's autonomy and resistance against Spanish rule. Despite the challenges, the coin was made with high-quality silver, reflecting the city's commitment to producing reliable and valuable currency. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in the history of Colombia and Latin America.
