8 Reales Chilpanzingo - Insurgent countermarked coinage ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Municipality of Chilpancingo (State of Guerrero) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1809-1822 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#15076 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Remaining design from host coin.
Script: Latin
Comment
Can be either type of countermark:Type A: Hand holding bow and arrow between quiver with arrows, sword and bow downwards.
Type B: Crowned eagle on bridge, similar to the National and Supreme National congress coin designs.
KM#258.1 - Host coin 1805
KM#258.2 - Host coin 1810HJ
KM#258.3 - Host coin 1811HJ and 1812HJ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Mexican War of Independence. The Insurgent countermarked coinage was created by the insurgent forces fighting against the Spanish colonial rule, and it was used to finance their military efforts. The fact that it was made of silver also adds to its historical significance, as silver was a valuable resource at the time and was often used to mint coins.
