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2 Centavos Essai
| Issuer | Republic of Venezuela |
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| Year | 1863 |
| Type | Coin pattern |
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| Reverse description | Central field features the denomination '2' above the inscription CENTAVOS and the date 1863, all enclosed within a wreath of laurel branches tied at the base with a ribbon bow. The mint initial 'E' appears in the exergue below the wreath, referencing the Paris Mint essai designation. The circular legend REPUBLICA DE VENEZUELA arcs around the upper periphery. A fine beaded border frames the entire design, consistent with the obverse treatment. The copper surfaces display vivid multicolored toning with blue, red, and brown hues characteristic of a preserved pattern piece. |
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| Reverse lettering | REPUBLICA DE VENEZUELA 2 CENTAVOS 1863 E (Translation: Venezuela Republic 2 Cents 1863 E) |
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| Mint | Paris Mint |
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