1 Real (National Congress - Insurgent coinage) 1812-1813 front 1 Real (National Congress - Insurgent coinage) 1812-1813 back
1 Real (National Congress - Insurgent coinage) 1812-1813 photo
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1 Real National Congress - Insurgent coinage

 
Silver (.903) - -
Description
Issuer
Mexico
Period
Mexican War of Independence (1810-1821)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1812-1813
Value
1 Real
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#15109
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Bow with arrow, full quiver and pike.

Script: Latin

Lettering: +S•P•GONG.NATIND.GUV.T.1R.S.M.

Translation:
Governing the First Supreme National Congress and the Indies
1 Real SM

Interesting fact

The 1 Real coin from Mexico, issued between 1812 and 1813, features an image of the National Congress building on one side and the Insurgent coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during the Mexican War of Independence and was used as a symbol of resistance against Spanish rule. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not widely accepted due to its irregular minting and limited circulation. Today, it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with some specimens selling for thousands of dollars.