2 Reales (Villa Gran - Insurgent Countermarked Coinage) ND (1809-1822) front 2 Reales (Villa Gran - Insurgent Countermarked Coinage) ND (1809-1822) back
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2 Reales Villa Gran - Insurgent Countermarked Coinage ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Mexico
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1809-1822
Value
2 Reales
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#57760
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Remains from host coin.

Comment

Host coin is a cast copy of KM#91

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Villa Gran - Insurgent Countermarked Coinage 2 Reales coin from Mexico is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued by the insurgent government of Mexico during their fight for independence from Spain, and the countermarking of the coin was done as a way to validate its authenticity and ensure its use as a legitimate form of currency. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the struggles and triumphs of the Mexican people during this time period.