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2 Reales State of Honduras - Provisional
| Billon (.333 silver) | 4.54 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Honduras |
|---|---|
| Period | State (1839-1862) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1832-1839 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | First Real (1800-1861) |
| Composition | Billon (.333 silver) |
| Weight | 4.54 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 24 May 1862 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#25456 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Tree flanked with value, with legend around and date and initials at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBRE CRESCA FECUNDO
T • 183 2• F
Translation:
Free grows fertile
1832 TF
Interesting fact
The 2 Reales coin from Honduras, issued between 1832 and 1839, has an interesting feature. Despite being made of Billon, a metal alloy consisting of 33.3% silver and 66.7% copper, the coin still has a relatively high weight of 4.54 grams. This is unusual for a coin of its size and composition, suggesting that it may have been minted with a higher than usual amount of silver content. This could make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in rare and unique coins.
