1 Real Type V Countermark ND
1868 year| Silver (.833) | 6.77 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | El Salvador |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1868 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1828-1889) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 6.77 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#75436 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Comment
Host coin Spain KM#412A decree on September 28, 1868 ordered all worn, Spanish-American, 1 and 2 Real milled coins counter-stamped with one of these marks, to distinguish them from debased Spanish Provincial coins.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Real (Type V Countermark) ND (1868) coin from El Salvador is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the presidency of Francisco Dueñas, who was facing opposition from both conservative and liberal groups. Despite the political instability, the coin remained in circulation and is now a sought-after collector's item.