Copper-nickel 2 Piso coin featuring Andres Bonifacio, issued by Republika ng Pilipinas

This 2 Piso coin was issued by the Republic of the Philippines during the mid-1980s as part of the country's circulating currency. The coin features Andres Bonifacio, a national hero and founder of the Katipunan revolutionary movement that fought for Philippine independence from Spanish colonial rule in the late 19th century. The distinctive scalloped edge design was characteristic of Philippine 2 Piso coins during this era, making them easily distinguishable from other denominations. This coin appeals to numismatists specializing in Southeast Asian currencies, Philippine history enthusiasts, and collectors of world coins from the 1980s. The Bonifacio series represents an important period in Philippine numismatic history and serves as a tangible connection to the nation's revolutionary heritage. Collectors value these coins for their historical significance, distinctive design, and as examples of modern Philippine coinage honoring national heroes.