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8 Escudos - Ferdinand VII imaginary military bust
| Gold (.875) | 27.0674 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Chile |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1821) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1808-1811 |
| Value | 8 Escudos (128) |
| Currency | Real (1541-1817) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 27.0674 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#24557 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Arms in order chain
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·AUSPICE·DEO· ·IN·UTROQ·FELIX·
8 S
Sᴼ· ·F.J
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos - Ferdinand VII (imaginary military bust) coin from Chile is that it was minted during a time of political and economic turmoil in the country. The coin was issued between 1808 and 1811, a period when Chile was still a Spanish colony and was struggling for independence. The coin's design, featuring an imaginary military bust of King Ferdinand VII, was likely meant to symbolize the power and authority of the Spanish monarchy, but it has also been interpreted as a representation of the struggle for independence and the desire for a strong, centralized government. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1808 So FJ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1809 So FJ | 41000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1810 So FJ | 55000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1811 So FJ | 44000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Escudos - Ferdinand VII (imaginary military bust) 1808-1811 coin.
