2 Reales - Isabel II (1st portrait; 2nd type) 1844-1851 front 2 Reales - Isabel II (1st portrait; 2nd type) 1844-1851 back
2 Reales - Isabel II (1st portrait; 2nd type) 1844-1851 photo
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2 Reales - Isabel II 1st portrait; 2nd type

 
Silver (.812) 3 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
Queen
Isabella II (1833-1868)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1844-1851
Value
2 Reales
Currency
Real de vellon (1808-1848)
Composition
Silver (.812)
Weight
3 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#34492
Rarity index
45%

Reverse

Crowned coat of arms of Spain with Golden Fleece collar.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REYNA DE LAS ESPAÑAS.
2. RS.
· M · C · L ·

Translation:
Queen of the Spains
2 Reales

Engraver: Mariano González de Sepúlveda Salazar

Comment

Madrid KM#526.1
Seville KM#526.2

Interesting fact

The 2 Reales coin from Spain featuring Isabel II's first portrait and second type, minted between 1844 and 1851, has a unique feature. The coin's obverse side bears the inscription "2 REALES" in bold letters, while the reverse side features the royal coat of arms and the inscription "ISABEL II REINA DE ESPAÑA" (Isabel II, Queen of Spain). This coin was minted during a time of economic and political change in Spain, and its design reflects the country's shift towards a more modern and centralized monetary system.