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#341263 |
|---|---|
| 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#117.1.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 a form of currency. This coin is a unique example of how currency was adapted and reused during the colonial era.
