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8 Escudos Republic of Colombia
| Gold (.875) | 27.07 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Period | Gran Colombia (1819-1831) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1822-1838 |
| Value | 8 Escudos (16) |
| Currency | Peso pre-decimal (1810-1847) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#48295 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Fasces with crossed bow and arrow flanked by cornucopias.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
POPAYAN
8 · E U · R
Comment
KM# 82.1: Bogota MintKM# 82.2: Popayan Mint
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos coin from Colombia is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was introduced in 1822, just a year after Colombia declared its independence from Spain, and it remained in circulation until 1838. During this period, the country was facing significant challenges, including high inflation, political instability, and economic struggles. Despite these challenges, the 8 Escudos coin remained a popular and widely used denomination, and its gold content made it a valuable and sought-after currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1824 JF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1826 JF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1832 UR | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1834 RS | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1834 UR | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Escudos (Republic of Colombia) 1822-1838 coin.
