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2 Reales Pattern
1862 year| Silver (.900) | - | - |
| Issuer | Ecuador |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1830-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1862 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1822-1871) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#301203 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Liberty bust left, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EL PODER EN LA CONSTITUCION
BARRE
1862 . 8 . Ds.
Translation: The Power of the Constitution
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Struck in Paris with dies reading "QUITO".Interesting fact
The Pattern 2 Reales coin from Ecuador, made of Silver (.900) in 1862, features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual national emblem or coat of arms, it depicts a portrait of a woman representing the Republic of Ecuador. This design was created by the French engraver, Jean-Baptiste Mercier, and is considered a rare and valuable variation among numismatists.
