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8 Reales - Ferdinand VII Seville mint; 1st portrait
| Silver (.903) | 27 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1808-1809 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#26326 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISPANIARUM · REX ·
R 8
S C · N
Unabridged legend: Seville, Carlos Tiburcio de Roxas, Nicolás Lamas
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 in Seville in 1808-1809, is that it features the first portrait of King Ferdinand VII, who was the son of King Charles IV and Queen Maria Luisa of Parma. This coin was minted during a time of political turmoil in Spain, as the country was facing challenges from Napoleon's army and undergoing a period of political upheaval. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the Spanish people during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1808 SCN | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1809 SCN | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (Seville mint; 1st portrait) 1808-1809 coin.
