8 Reales Countermarked coinage

The 1822 8 Reales coin from the City of Valdivia (Chilean States) is interesting because it features a unique countermark, which is a stamp or marking added to the coin by a local authority to verify its authenticity and value. This countermark is a letter "V" surrounded by a wreath, which represents the City of Valdivia and indicates that the coin was issued by the local government. The use of countermarks was common in the early 19th century in Chile, as it helped to prevent counterfeiting and ensure the circulation of legitimate currency.

• south america
• early modern
• modern
• spanish colony