8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (Proclamation coinage) 1808 front 8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (Proclamation coinage) 1808 back
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8 Reales - Ferdinand VII Proclamation coinage

1808 year
Silver (.903) 27.07 g -
Description
Issuer
New Spain (Mexico)
King
Ferdinand VII (1808-1821)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1808
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
References
Numista
N#68332
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Legend, date within wreath

Lettering:
PROCLAMADO
EN QUERETARO
POR SU ALFZ RL
D.PEDRO SEPTI
EN AÑO.1808
*8R*

Edge

Milled.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (Proclamation coinage) 1808 from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during the Spanish colonial period in Mexico and features an image of King Ferdinand VII on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. This coin was used as a form of currency during this time period and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.