© Banco de Mexico
© Banco de Mexico
1⁄16 Real "Pilón" - Ferdinand VII
| Copper | 1.68 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1821) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1814-1815 |
| Value | 1⁄16 Real (0.0625) |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.68 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#53699 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Castle and lions in wreath.
Edge
Corded
Comment
Small value copper coins were produced during the reign of Ferdinand VII using the "vellón" monetary system. Using this system, 2/4 vellón (señal) was equivalent to 1/4 real, 1/4 vellón (tlaco) was equivalent to 1/8 real, and 1/8 vellón (pilón) was equivalent to 1/16 real. The denomination on the coin (1/8) refers to 1/8 vellón.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1814-1815 Ferdinand VII 1/16 Real "Pilón" coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in Mexico. The coin was issued during the Mexican War of Independence, which lasted from 1810 to 1821, and was a period of great social and political upheaval in the country. Despite this, the coin still features the image of Ferdinand VII, who was the King of Spain at the time, highlighting the complex political dynamics at play during this period in Mexican history.
