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8 Escudos
1840 year| Gold (.875) | 27 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | La Rioja (Argentine provinces) |
|---|---|
| Period | Confederate Province (1831-1853) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1840 |
| Value | 8 Escudos (128) |
| Currency | Real (1821-1860) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#28995 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Mountain, flags and crossed cannons below, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·REPUBLICA ARGENTINA·R·
1840·S8
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos 1840 coin from La Rioja (Argentine provinces) is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Argentina. The country was facing high inflation and political instability, which led to the adoption of a new currency, the "Fuerte", in 1840. Despite these challenges, the 8 Escudos coin remained a popular and trusted form of currency among the population, and its value remained stable compared to other currencies of the time.
