© Banco de Mexico
© Banco de Mexico
⅛ Real "Octavo" Federal Coinage
1829 year| Copper | 7 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal Republic (1823-1905) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1829 |
| Value | ⅛ Real (0.125) |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#57802 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Value, mintmark, and date within a palm wreath.
Lettering:
1/8
Mo•A•1829•
Edge
Incused Rectangles
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1829 Mexican ⅛ Real "Octavo" coin is that it was part of a series of coins issued during the Mexican War of Independence against Spain. The coin was minted in Mexico City and features an image of the Mexican eagle on one side and the Spanish king, Ferdinand VII, on the other. Despite being issued during a time of conflict, the coin was still made of copper, which was a common material for coins at the time. Today, this coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars.
