© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
1 Shilling 8 Pence - George II FRD VI D G HISP ET IND R; Mexico City ND
1758 year| Silver (.903) | 6.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Jamaica |
|---|---|
| King | George II (1727-1760) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1758 |
| Value | 1 Shilling 8 Pence = 2 Reales |
| Currency | Countermarked real (1655-1822) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 6.8 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#108996 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
"GR" monogram countermark. Crowned hemispheres flanked by pillars at centre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VTRA QUE VNUM
* Mo * 1747 * M *
GR
Unabridged legend: Georgius Rex
Translation: Both as one. King George.
Comment
Countermark on Mexico 2 reals KM#86.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted in Mexico City, but it was issued for use in Jamaica, which was a British colony at the time. This highlights the historical connection between Mexico and Jamaica, and the fact that currency could be minted in one location and used in another, even across different colonies and territories.
