8 Reales - Charles IV Madura star countermark ND
| Silver (.903) | 27.07 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Sumenep (Indonesian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1811-1854 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Countermarked |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#126494 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hispanic arms
A pair of pillars separated by a crowned simple shield with lions, castles, pomegranate and three centralized Fleurs-de-Lis
Lettering: HISPAN·ET IND·REX·Mo ·8R·F·M·
Comment
Madura Star counterstamp most commonly associated with the Sumenep court at the island of Madura.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique countermark, the Madura star, which was applied by the Sultanate of Sumenep (Indonesian States) to coins that were minted in Spain. This countermark was used to indicate that the coin was valid for circulation in the Sultanate and was a way for the rulers to assert their authority over the currency in their territory.