2 Reales - Isabel II 1852-1855 front 2 Reales - Isabel II 1852-1855 back
2 Reales - Isabel II 1852-1855 photo
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2 Reales - Isabel II

 
Silver (.900) 2.6 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
Queen
Isabella II (1833-1868)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1852-1855
Value
2 Reales
Currency
Real (decimalized, 1848-1873)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
2.6 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#14872
Rarity index
43%

Reverse

Crowned coat of arms of Spain.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* REINA DE LAS ESPAÑAS *
2. RS.

Translation:
Queen of the Spains
2 Reales

Engraver: Remigio Vega

Edge

Reeded

Comment

KM#599.1 Barcelona 8 pointed star
KM#599.2 Madrid 6 pointed star
KM#599.3 Seville 7 pointed star

Interesting fact

The 2 Reales coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Isabel II (1852-1855), was part of a series of coins that were minted with a new design, featuring the queen's portrait and a new crown. This design was meant to symbolize the power and authority of the Spanish monarchy, and it was used on several denominations of coins during this period.