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8 Reales - Ferdinand VII Countermark on Peru 8 Reales ND
| Silver (.903) | 27.07 g | 40 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 | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#42069 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Peru.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUB • PERUANA • LIMAE • 8R • J • M
• 1832 •
Unabridged legend: Republica Peruana.
Translation: Peruvian Republic.
Comment
Countermark on Peru KM#142.3.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was countermarked with the letters "F VII" on the reverse side, 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 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 different Spanish colonies shared currency and how the Philippines, in particular, used currency from other Spanish colonies.
