© Banco de Mexico
© Banco de Mexico
4 Reales National Congress - Insurgent coinage
1813 year| Silver (.903) | 13.1 g | 34.38 mm |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1813 |
| Value | 4 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 13.1 g |
| Diameter | 34.38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#57707 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value, bow, quiver, etc
Lettering: S. P. CONG. NAT. IND. GUVT.
Translation: the First Governing Supreme National Congress and of the Indies
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1813 Mexican Silver 4 Reales coin is that it was minted during the Mexican War of Independence, specifically by the insurgent forces fighting against Spanish rule. This coin was part of a series of coins minted by the National Congress of Mexico in 1813, which were used to finance the war effort. Despite the turmoil and uncertainty of the time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and design, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Mexico.
