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8 Reales - Ferdinand VII
| Silver (.896) | 27.0674 g | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1808-1821 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1733-1859) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Weight | 27.0674 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#17240 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
Crowned arms shield flanked by pillars with legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: • HISPAN • ET IND • REX • NG • 8R • M •
Unabridged legend: Hispaniarum Et Indiarum Rex
Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
Nueva Granada 8 Reales M
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Reales coin from Guatemala is that it was minted during the reign of Ferdinand VII, who was the king of Spain at the time. The coin was used as a standard circulation coin in Guatemala and other Spanish colonies in Central America. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not as valuable as other coins made of gold or other precious metals, but it was still widely used for everyday transactions. Today, this coin is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1808 NG M | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1813 NG M | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1815 NG M | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1816 NG M | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1817 NG M | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1818 NG M | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1820 NG M | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1821 NG M | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Reales - Ferdinand VII 1808-1821 coin.
