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8 Reales - Ferdinand VII Countermark on Peru 8 Reales ND
| Silver (.903) | 27.07 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 | 27.07 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#124692 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Peru.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUB • PERUANA • CUZCO • 8R • B
• 1833 •
Unabridged legend: Republica Peruana.
Translation: Peruvian Republic.
Comment
Countermark on Peru KM#142.4.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was countermarked with a crowned FVII monogram on the obverse, indicating that it was issued by the Spanish colonial administration in the Philippines during the reign of King Ferdinand VII. This countermark was applied to existing Peruvian 8 reales coins, which were then circulated in the Philippines as local currency. This practice of countermarking coins was a common method used by colonial powers to assert their authority and control over the local economy.
