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8 Reales
| Silver (.903) | 27.07 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1822-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1825-1857 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1568-1858) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#28262 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Pallas Athens holding a shield inscribed with the word "libertad" and in the other hand a spear with a Phrygian cap.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIRME Y FELIZ POR LA UNIÓN
Edge
Smooth with recessed patterns
Comment
Diferent varieties exist with different texts and designs.Example of a coin with longer laurels and the text separated: KM#142.3. Photos : © Infierno
Countermark coin used in Philippines:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Reales coin from Peru is that it was used as a form of currency in Peru and other parts of South America during the 19th century, and its design and mintage were influenced by the Spanish colonial empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1825 LIMA JM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1826 LIMA JM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1828 CUZco G | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1828 LIMAE JM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1831 CUZCO G | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1832 LIMAE MM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1834 CUZCO BoAr | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1834 LIMAE MM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1840 CUZco A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1845 LIMAE MB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Reales 1825-1857 coin.
