8 Reales (ENSAIE and VTIL countermarks) 1811 front 8 Reales (ENSAIE and VTIL countermarks) 1811 back
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8 Reales ENSAIE and VTIL countermarks

1811 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Mexico
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1811
Value
8 Reales
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#57747
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Remains from host coin

Comment

Multiple countermark coins are the product of coins moving through areas controlled by two or more friend or foe armies, and getting stamped to be usable in their areas.

KM#290.1 - Host coin 1811
KM#290.2 - Host coin 1811

Interesting fact

The 8 Reales coin from Mexico, bearing the ENSAIE and VTIL countermarks and made of silver, is a rare and valuable piece. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the Mexican War of Independence (1810-1821), a time of great political and social upheaval in the country. The coin's design, featuring the Mexican eagle and the Spanish king's name, reflects the complex history of Mexico's struggle for independence from Spanish rule. Today, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and historians, and its value can reach up to $10,000 or more, depending on its condition and rarity.