© Dix Noonan Webb
© Dix Noonan Webb
1⁄11 Réal Countermarked 4 maravedis; key and anchor ND
1582 year| Bronze | 2.91 g | - |
| Issuer | Jamaica |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1582 |
| Value | 1⁄11 Réal |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.91 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Countermarked |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#157702 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Comment
The papal key countermark was applied pre-1582, while the anchor countermark was later applied around 1582, revaluing 1/11th of a Réal. The anchor indicated the Columbus family, which was authorized under the Marquis of Jamaica, who was part of that family.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was countermarked with a key and anchor, which were symbols of the Spanish Empire's colonization of the Americas. The key represented the key to the New World, while the anchor represented the Spanish naval power that brought colonizers and trade to the region. This countermark was applied to the coin in 1582, during the reign of King Philip II of Spain, who was also known as Philip I of Jamaica. This coin is a rare and valuable example of the early currency used in the Spanish colonies of the Americas.
