8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (bust of Ferdinand VII) 1812-1817 front 8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (bust of Ferdinand VII) 1812-1817 back
8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (bust of Ferdinand VII) 1812-1817 photo
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8 Reales - Ferdinand VII bust of Ferdinand VII

 
Silver (.896) 27.0674 g 40.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Chile
King
Ferdinand VII (1808-1821)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1812-1817
Value
8 Reales
Currency
Real (1541-1817)
Composition
Silver (.896)
Weight
27.0674 g
Diameter
40.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#35218
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Crowned arms and pillars

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HISPAN ET IND REX
So 8R FJ
PLUS VLTRA

Edge

Chained

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Reales coin from Chile featuring Ferdinand VII is that it was minted during a time of political and economic turmoil in the country. The coin was issued between 1812 and 1817, a period when Chile was fighting for its independence from Spain. Despite the challenges, the coin remained a standard circulation coin and was widely used in trade and commerce. Its silver content and weight also made it a valuable and reliable form of currency during this time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1812 So FJ 307000 - - - - - -
1813 So FJ 415000 - - - - - -
1814 So FJ 368000 - - - - - -
1815 So FJ 388000 - - - - - -
1816 So FJ 386000 - - - - - -
1817 So FJ 132000 - - - - - -

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 (bust of Ferdinand VII) 1812-1817 coin.