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6 Shillings 8 Pence - George II PHILIP V DG HISPAN ET IND REX; Mexico City mint; countermarked ND
1758 year| Silver (.917) | 25.95 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Jamaica |
|---|---|
| King | George II (1727-1760) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1758 |
| Value | 6 Shillings 8 Pence = 8 Reales |
| Currency | Countermarked real (1655-1822) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 25.95 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Counterstamped |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#109003 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
"GR" monogram countermark. Hemispheres flanked by crowned pillars.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
🞹 VTRA QUE VNUM 🞹 Mo 🞹 1744 🞹 Mo🞹
GR
Unabridged legend: Georgius Rex
Translation: Both as one. King George.
Comment
Countermark on Mexico 8 reals, KM#103Weight varies: 26.75-27.05g.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was countermarked with a letter "M" on the obverse (front) side, indicating that it was issued from the Mexico City mint. This countermark was added to coins minted in Mexico during the reign of King George II to distinguish them from coins minted in other Spanish colonies. This coin, with its unique countermark and silver content, is a valuable piece of numismatic history.
