© Banco de Mexico
© Banco de Mexico
8 Reales - Ferdinand VII MS - Royalist countermarked coinage
| Silver | 26.15 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1809-1811 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 26.15 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#57699 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Remains of host coin.
Script: Latin
Comment
Host coin KM#110. Countermarked during 1809-1822Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (MS - Royalist countermarked coinage) 1809-1811 from Mexico is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in Mexico. The coin was issued by the Spanish colonial government, but it was countermarked by the Mexican insurgents who were fighting for independence. This countermarking was done to indicate that the coin was approved by the insurgent government, and it helped to undermine the legitimacy of the Spanish colonial government. This coin is a unique example of how currency can be used as a tool for political propaganda and resistance.
