2000 Réis - Pedro II 1886-1889 front 2000 Réis - Pedro II 1886-1889 back
2000 Réis - Pedro II 1886-1889 photo
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2000 Réis - Pedro II

 
Silver (.9166) 25.5 g 37 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
Emperor
Peter II the Magnanimous (1831-1889)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1886-1889
Value
2000 Réis
Currency
Real (1799-1942)
Composition
Silver (.9166)
Weight
25.5 g
Diameter
37 mm
Thickness
2.70 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#19792
Rarity index
15%

Reverse

Crowned arms within wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DECRETO DE 1870
2000 REIS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2000 Réis - Pedro II 1886-1889 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a decimalization effort aimed at replacing the old Portuguese colonial currency, and it was meant to help stabilize the Brazilian economy. Despite these efforts, the coin's value was constantly fluctuating due to inflation, and it eventually lost much of its purchasing power over time. Today, the coin is a sought-after collector's item and a piece of Brazilian history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1886  1190 - - - - - -
1887  42988 - - - - - -
1888  746788 - - - - - -
1889  1280232 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2000 Réis - Pedro II 1886-1889 coin.