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8 Reales - Ferdinand VII Guanajuato - Royalist Coinage
| Silver (.903) | 27.07 g | - |
| Issuer | State of Guanajuato |
|---|---|
| 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#74777 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Crowned arms shield flanked by pillars, with legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: •HISPAN•ET IND•REX•Go•8R•J•J•
Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
Guanajuato 8 Reales JJ
Comment
Although similar in design to KM#111, these .4 coins were made by Loyalists in their region. So the design is but a mere copy of the Mexico City one. Some were struck on perfect discs, others on lower quality ones.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in Mexico. The Royalist Coinage was issued by the Spanish Crown loyalists in the State of Guanajuato during the Mexican War of Independence (1810-1821), when Mexico was fighting for its independence from Spain. Despite the turmoil, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the rich history and cultural heritage of Mexico.