2 Reales Type I Counter-mark ND
1838 year| Silver (.931) | 6.7668 g | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | State of the Federal Republic of Central America (1824-1841) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1838 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1733-1859) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 6.7668 g |
| Shape | Cob |
| Technique | Countermarked, Hammered (cob) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#75107 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Comment
Type I counter-mark; sun rising behind single volcano.Host coin: 1659-1660 Lima 2 Reales KM#16
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Reales (Type I Counter-mark) ND (1838) from Guatemala is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the civil war between the conservative government and the liberal rebels, who eventually overthrew the government and established a new regime. Despite the political instability, the coin remained in circulation and became a symbol of the country's resilience and determination.
