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8 Escudos - Isabella II Countermark on Mexico 8 Escudos ND
| Gold (.875) | 27.07 g | - |
| Issuer | Philippines |
|---|---|
| Queen | Isabella II (1833-1868) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1834-1837 |
| Value | 8 Escudos |
| Currency | Real (1700-1857) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#124554 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Mexico.
Script: Latin
Lettering: REPUBLICA MEXICANA
Translation: Mexican Republic.
Comment
Countermark on Mexico KM#383.9.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Queen Isabella II of Spain, who ruled from 1833 to 1868. The coin was minted in the Philippines, which was a Spanish colony at the time, and features a countermark on a Mexican 8 Escudos coin. This countermark was used to indicate that the coin had been certified by the Spanish authorities in the Philippines. The use of a countermark on a foreign coin was a common practice during this period, as it allowed the Spanish authorities to validate the coin's authenticity and ensure that it was acceptable for use in trade.
