8 Escudos (Pattern) 1849 front 8 Escudos (Pattern) 1849 back
8 Escudos (Pattern) 1849 photo
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8 Escudos Pattern

1849 year
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
Chile
Period
Republic (1818-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1849
Value
8 Escudos (128)
Currency
Old peso (1835-1959)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#319977
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Standing figure with motto surrounding

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IGUALDAD ANTE LA LEI · 8E · L · A ·
CONS
TITU
CION
21 Qs.

Translation:
Equality before the Law · 8 Escudos
Constitution

Interesting fact

The Pattern 8 Escudos coin from Chile, made of Copper in 1849, features a unique design element - a small image of a condor, the national bird of Chile, perched on the shield of the coat of arms. This tiny detail adds a touch of national pride and symbolism to the coin, making it stand out from other coins of its time.