© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
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#341260 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISPAN • ET • IND • REX • LIMAE • 8R • J • P •
PLUS VLTRA
Unabridged legend: Hispaniarum et Indiarum Rex.
Translation: King of Spain and the Indies. Further beyond.
Comment
Countermark on Peru KM#97.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was countermarked with the letters "FV" and a crown, indicating that it was issued by the Spanish colonial government in the Philippines during the reign of King Ferdinand VII. This countermark was applied to coins that were originally minted in Peru, and it signifies the coin's validity for use in the Philippines. This coin is a unique example of the blending of Spanish and Peruvian influences in the history of Philippine currency.
