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2 Stuiver / ½ Fanam ND
| Silver | 0.29 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Sri Lanka › Ceylon (1597-1972) |
|---|---|
| Period | Dutch occupation (1640-1802) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1658-1796 |
| Value | 2 Stuiver |
| Currency | Stuiver (1660-1796) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.29 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#145018 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Stuiver / ½ Fanam coin from Sri Lanka (Ceylon) is that it was used as a form of currency during the Dutch colonial period in the 17th and 18th centuries. The coin was introduced by the Dutch East India Company and was used for everyday transactions, with the 2 Stuiver coin being equal to ½ Fanam. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not worth a significant amount, with its value being equivalent to only a few cents in today's currency.
