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⅛ Real "Tlaco" - Ferdinand VII
| Copper | 3.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1821) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1814-1816 |
| Value | ⅛ Real (0.125) |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#35065 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Arms without shield within laurel wreath
Script: Latin
Edge
Corded
Comment
Small value copper coins were produced during the reign of Ferdinand VII using the "vellón" monetary system. Using this system, 2/4 vellón (señal) was equivalent to 1/4 real, 1/4 vellón (tlaco) was equivalent to 1/8 real, and 1/8 vellón (pilón) was equivalent to 1/16 real. The denomination on the coin (1/4) refers to 1/4 vellón.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅛ Real "Tlaco" coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during the reign of King Ferdinand VII, who ruled from 1814 to 1816. This coin was a standard circulation coin made of copper and weighed 3.5 grams. It's interesting to note that the coin's design and mintage were influenced by the political and economic changes that were taking place in Mexico during that time.
