© Banco de Mexico
© Banco de Mexico
⅛ Real "Octavo" Royalist Coinage
| Copper | 6.5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | State of Durango |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1814-1818 |
| Value | ⅛ Real (0.125) |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#57649 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Value within spray, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EN DURANGO.
OCTAVO DE REAL
Edge
Corded
Interesting fact
The ⅛ Real "Octavo" coin from the State of Durango was used as a form of currency during a time of political turmoil in Mexico, specifically during the Mexican War of Independence against Spain.
