© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
8 Reales - Ferdinand VII Countermark on Chile 1 Peso ND
| Silver (.902) | 27 g | 39.5 mm |
| Issuer | Philippines |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1813-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1832-1834 |
| Value | 8 Reals |
| Currency | Real (1700-1857) |
| Composition | Silver (.902) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 39.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#341033 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Volcano, denomination in wreath at top.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHILE INDEPENDIENTE
UN PESO
· SANTIAGO ·
Translation: Independent Chile. One peso.
Comment
Countermark on Chile KM#82.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King Ferdinand VII of Spain, who ruled from 1808 to 1833. The coin was minted in the Philippines, which was a Spanish colony at the time, and it features a countermark on the Chile 1 Peso coin. This countermark was used to validate the coin's authenticity and value, and it is a unique feature that sets this coin apart from other coins of its time.
