5 Pence - George II PHS V D G HISP ET IND R; Mexico City mint; countermarked ND
1758 year| Silver (.903) | 1.65 g | - |
| Issuer | Jamaica |
|---|---|
| King | George II (1727-1760) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1758 |
| Value | 5 Pence = ½ Real (0.5) |
| Currency | Countermarked real (1655-1822) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 1.65 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Counterstamped |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#108963 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
GR monogram countermark. Two hemispheres flanked by pillars at centre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VTRA QUE VNVM
• Mo • 1746 • M
G.R.
Unabridged legend: Georgius Rex
Translation: Both as one. King George.
Comment
Countermark on Mexico 1/2 real, KM#66.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was countermarked with a letter "M" on the obverse, indicating that it was minted in Mexico City, yet it was issued in Jamaica. This suggests that the coin may have been part of a larger currency system that spanned multiple territories under British rule.