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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 | 1811-1814 |
| 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#74798 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned arms shield flanked by columns.
Script: Latin
Lettering: •HISPAN•ET IND•REX•D•8R•R•M•
Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
Durango 8 Reales RM
Comment
Although similar in design to KM#110, these .1 coins were made by Loyalists in their region to show support for the Crown. So the design is but a mere copy of the Mexico City one.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 in Durango between 1811 and 1814, a time when the region was experiencing significant political and social upheaval. Despite the challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the complexities of the period.
