© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
8 Reales - Ferdinand VII Countermark on Brazil 960 Reis ND
| Silver (.896) | 26 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Philippines |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1813-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1832-1834 |
| Value | 8 Reals |
| Currency | Real (1700-1857) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Weight | 26 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#341029 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Portugal.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
JOANNES · D · G · PORT · P · REGENS · ET · BRAS · D ·
18 15
· 960 ·
Unabridged legend: Joannes Dei Gratia Portugaliae Princeps Regens et Brasiliae Dominus.
Translation: John, by the Grace of God, Prince Regent of Portugal and Lord of Brazil.
Comment
Countermark on Brazil KM#307.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was part of a series of coins that were minted in the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period, specifically between 1832 and 1834. These coins were unique in that they were countermarked with the initials "F VII" to signify that they were issued under the reign of King Ferdinand VII of Spain. This coin, in particular, is made of silver and weighs 26 grams, making it a substantial piece of currency for its time.
