8 Escudos - Ferdinand VII Countermarked on Colombia 8 Escudos ND
| Gold (.875) | 27.07 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Philippines |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1813-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1832-1834 |
| Value | 8 Escudos |
| Currency | Real (1700-1857) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#341286 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fasces with crossed bow and arrow flanked by cornucopias.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
POPAYAN
8 · F M · R
Comment
Countermark on Colombia KM#82.2.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was countermarked on a Colombian 8 Escudos coin, indicating that it was used as a form of currency in both Colombia and the Philippines during a time of economic and political turmoil in the early 19th century.
