8 Reales - Ferdinand VII Countermark on Peru 8 Reales ND
| Silver (.896) | 27 g | 39 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 | 27 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#341259 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISPAN • ET • IND • REX • LIMAE • 8R • I • J •
PLUS VLTRA
Unabridged legend: Hispaniarum et Indiarum Rex.
Translation: King of Spain and the Indies. Further beyond.
Comment
Countermark on Peru KM#87.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great change and upheaval in the Philippines. The coin was minted in 1832-1834, a period when the country was under Spanish colonial rule, but also a time of growing nationalism and resistance against Spanish rule. The coin's countermark, which features the profile of Ferdinand VII, was added to the original Peruvian 8 Reales coin to signify its acceptance as legal tender in the Philippines. This coin is a tangible reminder of the complex history and cultural exchange that took place during this period.
