12 Dogs ND (1785-1801) front 12 Dogs ND (1785-1801) back
12 Dogs ND (1785-1801) photo
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12 Dogs ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Montserrat (British Overseas Territories)
King
George III (1760-1820)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1785-1801
Value
12 Dogs = ¼ Dollar
Currency
Montserrat Dollar (1785-1801)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Countermarked
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#101551
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ o
HISPAN . ET IND . REX . M . 2R . F . F .

Comment

Countermarks on Mexico City 2 Reales, KM#88.

Interesting fact

The 12 Dogs coin from Montserrat is a unique and interesting coin because it features a dozen dogs surrounding the coat of arms of Montserrat on one side, while the other side bears the image of King George III. This coin was minted during a time when Montserrat was still a British colony, and it is a rare example of a coin that was used as a form of currency in the Caribbean during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's composition adds to its value and historical significance.