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4 Reales Countermarked ND
| Silver (.903) | - | - |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1872-1877 |
| Value | 4 Reales |
| Currency | Countermarked Coinage (Key, 1872-1877) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#109080 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
Countermark on Mexican 4 Reales, KM#375.Interesting fact
The 4 Reales coin from Cuba, minted between 1872 and 1877, has an interesting feature. It was countermarked with a letter "A" or "B" to indicate that it was issued by a specific bank in Cuba, the Banco Espanol de la Habana or the Banco de Cuba, respectively. This countermarking was done to ensure that the coin was accepted as legitimate currency by the banks and the public. This fact highlights the coin's unique history and the measures taken to maintain the trust in the currency during that time.
