8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (Sombrerete - Royalist Coinage) 1811-1812 front 8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (Sombrerete - Royalist Coinage) 1811-1812 back
8 Reales - Ferdinand VII (Sombrerete - Royalist Coinage) 1811-1812 photo
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8 Reales - Ferdinand VII Sombrerete - Royalist Coinage

 
Silver (.903) - -
Description
Issuer
Municipality of Sombrerete (State of Zacatecas)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1811-1812
Value
8 Reales
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#15097
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Name at top, with date at center, with two crowned S flanked by pillars at each side, and 3 at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VARGAS
S 1812 S
3

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in Mexico. The 1811-1812 Sombrerete coinage was issued by the Spanish Royalists during their struggle for control against the Mexican insurgents who were fighting for independence. Despite the conflict, the coin still bears the image of King Ferdinand VII, indicating the Royalist loyalty of the municipality of Sombrerete. This coin serves as a reminder of the complex history of Mexico's fight for independence and the various factions involved in the conflict.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1812  - - - - - -

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