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2 Reales State of Honduras - Provisional
| Billon (.200 silver) | - | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Honduras |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1862-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1840-1847 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | First Real (1800-1861) |
| Composition | Billon (.200 silver) |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 24 May 1862 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#57154 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Tree divides value within circle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBRE CREZCA FECUNDO
2• R •
• T • 1845 • G •
Translation:
Free grows fertile
2 Reales
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 2 Reales coin from Honduras, issued between 1840 and 1847, has an interesting feature. It was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper. Specifically, it contains 20% silver and 80% copper. This composition was used to reduce the cost of producing the coin, as silver was a more expensive metal at the time. Despite being made of a less valuable metal, the coin still maintained its value and was widely used in circulation.
