8 Reales - Ferdinand VII Countermark on Bolivia 8 Reales ND
| Silver (.903) | 27 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Philippines |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1813-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1832-1834 |
| Value | 8 Reals |
| Currency | Real (1700-1857) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#340773 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · HISPAN · ET IND · REX · PTS · 8R · J · R ·
Unabridged legend: Hispaniarum et Indiarum Rex. Potosi. 8 Reales.
Translation: King of Spain and the Indies.
Comment
Countermark on Bolivia KM#55.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the brief period of Spanish rule in the Philippines, specifically between 1832 and 1834. The coin features a countermark on a Bolivian 8 Reales coin, which was used to validate its authenticity and value in the Philippines. This coin is a rare example of the hybrid currency system used during this time, where both Spanish and Bolivian coins were used in the Philippines.