8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (LCV - Royalist Countermarked coinage) 1811-1812 front 8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (LCV - Royalist Countermarked coinage) 1811-1812 back
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8 Reales - Ferdinand VII LCV - Royalist Countermarked coinage

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
State of Veracruz (Mexican States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1811-1812
Value
8 Reales
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Countermarked, Counterstamped, Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#57698
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Untouched side of host coin.

Comment

NOTE: Countermarked KM#191

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (LCV - Royalist Countermarked coinage) 1811-1812 from State of Veracruz (Mexican States) made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in Mexico. The coin was issued by the Spanish colonial authorities in the State of Veracruz, but it was countermarked by the local Mexican authorities, indicating their loyalty to the Spanish crown. This coin is a rare example of the complex political dynamics of the time, and it serves as a reminder of the rich history of Mexico's struggle for independence.