1 Real - Ferdinand VII (Royalist Coinage) 1811-1812 front 1 Real - Ferdinand VII (Royalist Coinage) 1811-1812 back
1 Real - Ferdinand VII (Royalist Coinage) 1811-1812 photo

1 Real - Ferdinand VII Royalist Coinage

 
Silver (.903) - -
Description
Issuer
State of Zacatecas
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1811-1812
Value
1 Real
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#15105
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned shield flanked by pillars.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MONEDA PROVISIONAL DE ZACATECAS

Translation: Provisional coin of Zacatecas

Comment

Mint mark as Z, ZS or Zs.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in Mexico. The Royalist Coinage was issued by the Spanish Crown in an attempt to maintain control over the territory, which was facing opposition from insurgent groups fighting for independence. Despite the political tensions, the coin still features the image of Ferdinand VII, the Spanish King at the time, signifying the loyalty of the State of Zacatecas to the Spanish Crown.