½ Real (Texas Jola) 1817-1818 front ½ Real (Texas Jola) 1817-1818 back
½ Real (Texas Jola) 1817-1818 photo
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½ Real Texas Jola

 
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
Province of Texas (Mexican States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1817-1818
Value
½ Real
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#345860
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

A five-point star with a dot in the middle.

Comment

In all, 8,000 were minted for each date, with the 1817 coins withdrawn from circulation and replaced by 1818 coins.

Interesting fact

The ½ Real (Texas Jola) coin from the Province of Texas (Mexican States) made of Copper is interesting because it was minted during a time of political and economic turmoil in Mexico, specifically during the Mexican War of Independence against Spain. The coin's design features the iconic image of a jola, a type of local bird, on one side and the Mexican eagle on the other, symbolizing the region's rich natural resources and its connection to the Mexican nation. Despite its historical significance, the coin's value today is relatively low, with some specimens selling for around $20-$50 USD.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1817  8000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Real (Texas Jola) 1817-1818 coin.