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8 Reales - Agustín I Proclamation Coinage
1823 year| Silver (.903) | 27.07 g | 38.95 mm |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Agustín de Iturbide (1822-1823) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1823 |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Diameter | 38.95 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#74935 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned eagle in cactus growing out of a rock in the middle of lake. With wreath at bottom, and date under it. Legend all around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EN SU SOLEMNE PROCLAMACION LA CIUDAD DE MEXICO
A 24 DE ENERO DE 1823
Translation: In his solemn proclamation, Mexico City 24th January 1823
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales - Agustín I (Proclamation Coinage) 1823 from Mexico is an interesting coin because it was minted during the brief period of Mexican independence from Spain, known as the First Mexican Empire, which lasted from 1821 to 1823. This coin was minted to commemorate the proclamation of Agustín de Iturbide as the emperor of Mexico, and it features his image on one side and the Mexican coat of arms on the other. It is made of silver (.903) and weighs 27.07 grams.
