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8 Escudos Provincias del Rio de la Plata
| Gold (.875) | 27 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | La Rioja (Argentine provinces) |
|---|---|
| Period | Province of Rio de la Plata (1810-1831) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1826-1835 |
| Value | 8 Escudos (128) |
| Currency | Real (1821-1860) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#28912 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Coat of arms above date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EN UNION Y LIBERTAD · RA·P·8S
· 1835 ·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Argentina. The country was undergoing a period of rapid expansion and modernization, and the introduction of a standardized currency like the 8 Escudos coin helped to facilitate trade and commerce across the region. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold and had a relatively high weight of 27 grams makes it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1835 RA P | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Escudos (Provincias del Rio de la Plata) 1826-1835 coin.
