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2½ Pesos / ½ Argentino

🇦🇷 Argentina · 2½ Pesos · 1881–1969
Regular
Weight4.0322 g
Diameter19 mm
Mintage 4,195
Composition90% Gold, 10% Copper
DesignerEugène-André Oudiné
ReferenceKM# 30
Collector's Key World IDCKW-ARG-31

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1881 Argentina 2½ Pesos coins were minted?
4,195 were struck.
What is a 1881 Argentina 2½ Pesos made of?
90% Gold, 10% Copper, weighing 4.0322 g.
What is the melt value of a 1881 Argentina 2½ Pesos?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1881 Argentina 2½ Pesos a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.