4 Reales NORTE - Insurgent countermarked coinage

The 4 Reales coin from Mexico, issued in 1812, is interesting because it was part of a series of coins that were countermarked by the insurgent government during the Mexican War of Independence. This means that the coin was originally issued by the Spanish colonial government, but was later stamped with a countermark by the insurgent government to indicate its support for the independence movement. The countermark features the letters "NORTE" (meaning "north" in Spanish) and a liberty cap, which symbolized the struggle for freedom and independence. This coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the complex political landscape of Mexico during this time period.

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