© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
8 Reales - Ferdinand VII Countermark on Bolivia 8 Soles
1830 year| Silver (.903) | 27.07 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Philippines |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1813-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1830 |
| Value | 8 Reals |
| Currency | Real (1700-1857) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#339840 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Countermark within serrated circle. Partial legend of host coin.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MANILA
1830.
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Countermark on Bolivia KM#97.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it has a countermark, which is a stamp or marking added to a coin that was not part of its original design. In this case, the countermark is the letters "FVII" (for Ferdinand VII) and a crown, which were added to the coin's obverse (front) side. This countermark was applied by the Spanish colonial authorities in the Philippines to indicate that the coin had been certified for use in the colony. The countermark is a unique feature of this coin and can help to distinguish it from other coins of the same era and denomination.
