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8 Reales - Ferdinand VII Madrid mint; 1st portrait
| Silver (.903) | 27 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1812-1814 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#44679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISPANIARUM · REX
R 8
M I · J ·
Unabridged legend:
Madrid, Ildefonso de Urquiza, Jose Sánchez Delgado
Hispaniarum rex
Translation:
King of the Spains
8 Reales
Engraver: Félix Sagau Dalmau de Galcerán
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Reales coin from Spain, minted between 1812 and 1814, is that it was one of the last coins to be minted during the reign of King Ferdinand VII, who ruled Spain from 1808 until his death in 1833. This coin was minted during a time of great political and economic upheaval in Spain, as the country was struggling to maintain its independence and power in the face of Napoleon's expansionist ambitions. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Spain, and is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
