2 Reales Supreme National Congress of America - Insurgent coinage
1812 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1812 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#57702 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bow with arrow, quiver and pike at bottom. Surrounded by legend.
Lettering: SUPREMA JUNTA DE AMRI.PROV...
Translation: Supreme provisional meeting of America...
Interesting fact
The 2 Reales coin from Mexico, issued in 1812, is interesting because it was part of a series of coins minted by the Supreme National Congress of America, an insurgent government that emerged during Mexico's struggle for independence from Spain. This coinage was meant to assert the new government's authority and establish a new monetary system, and it features the iconic image of an eagle on a cactus, which has become a symbol of Mexican independence.