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8 Reales - Ferdinand VII Durango - Royalist coinage
| Silver (.903) | 27.07 g | - |
| Issuer | State of Durango |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1812-1822 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#74774 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Crowned shield flanked by pillars.
Script: Latin
Lettering: •HISPAN•ET IND•REX•D•8R•RM•
Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
Durango 8 Reales RM
Comment
Although similar in design to KM#111, these .2 coins were made by Loyalists in their region. So the design is but a mere copy of the Mexico City one. And occasionally found Over-struck on Cast 8 Reales from Chihuahua and rarely on top of pre-1816 8 Reales in general.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in Mexico. The State of Durango was a stronghold of the Spanish Crown, and the coinage issued during this period reflected the tensions between the royalist forces and the insurgent movements fighting for independence. The 8 Reales coin, featuring Ferdinand VII, was minted from 1812 to 1822, a time when Mexico was still a Spanish colony, but with growing sentiment for independence. This coin is a tangible reminder of the complex history of Mexico and the struggles that shaped its path towards independence.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1819 D CG | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1821 D CG | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (Durango - Royalist coinage) 1812-1822 coin.
