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8 Reales - Ferdinand VII Countermark on Bolivia 8 Soles 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 | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#53625 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Tree at center with 2 alpacas laying below. Six 6-pointed stars on curved line above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA BOLIVIANA
· PTS · 8S · 1832 · I · I ·
Translation: The Bolivian Republic.
Edge
Reeded with text.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AYACUCHO SUCRE 1824
Comment
Countermark on Bolivia KM#97.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was countermarked with the letters "FVII" on the reverse side, indicating that it was issued during the reign of King Ferdinand VII of Spain, who ruled from 1808 to 1833. This countermark was applied to coins that were minted in the Philippines during this time period, and it helped to distinguish them from coins minted in other Spanish colonies.
