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| 発行体 | Panama |
|---|---|
| 年号 | 1907-1918 |
| 種類 | Standard circulation coin |
| 額面 | 21/2 Centesimos (21/2 centésimos) (0.025 PAB) |
| 通貨 | Balboa (1904-date) |
| 材質 | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| 重量 | 5 g |
| 直径 | 21 mm |
| 厚さ | 1.9 mm |
| 形状 | Round |
| 製造技法 | Milled |
| 向き | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| 彫刻師 | |
| 流通終了年 | 31 August 1930 |
| 参考文献 | KM#7 |
| 表面の説明 | Coat of Arms with seven stars above. Name of the country around and date below. |
|---|---|
| 表面の文字体系 | Latin |
| 表面の銘文 |
REPÚBLICA DE PANAMÁ ******* PRO MUNDI BENEFICIO 1918 (Translation: Republic of Panama For the benefit of the World) |
| 裏面の説明 | Central denomination numeric, in letters around, seven stars below the value. |
| 裏面の文字体系 | Latin |
| 裏面の銘文 |
DOS Y MEDIO CENTÉSIMOS DE BALBOA 21/2 **** *** (Translation: Two and a Half Centésimos of a Balboa) |
| 縁 | Smooth |
| 鋳造所 | |
| 鋳造数 |
1907 - KM#7.1 (`DOS Y MEDIOS`) - 800 000 1916 - KM#7.2 (`DOS Y MEDIO`) - 800 000 1918 - KM#7.2 (`DOS Y MEDIO`) - 7 |
| Numisquare ID | 3947787400 |
| 追加情報 |
Historical Context: The 2 1/2 Centésimos, issued 1907-1918, signifies Panama's early independence post-1903 separation from Colombia. Coinciding with the Panama Canal's construction, this period saw the young republic establish its monetary system. This copper-nickel denomination functioned as crucial fractional currency, circulating alongside the US dollar. Under presidents like Manuel Amador Guerrero, this coin symbolizes Panama's assertion of economic sovereignty during a transformative era defined by significant American influence.
Artistry: Struck at the United States Mint, the 2 1/2 Centésimos design reflects the American Neoclassical stylistic school. The obverse prominently features Panama's intricate coat of arms, depicting the Isthmus, sun, stars, and symbols of progress. The reverse clearly displays the "2 1/2 CENTESIMOS" denomination and date, often within a functional wreath. This design prioritizes clear national symbolism and legibility, reflecting the coin's utilitarian role in daily commerce.
Technical/Grading: Composed of copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel), weighing 5 grams and 21 mm, this coin generally exhibits a strong strike. Key high-points for grading are within the complex obverse coat of arms, particularly the shield's intricate elements (e.g., tools, cornucopia) and the sun's rays. On the reverse, sharpness of lettering and wreath is crucial. Due to its utilitarian purpose, examples often show circulation wear; full detail in the coat of arms is a highly sought-after attribute.