8 Reales (Guatemala) 1824-1847 front 8 Reales (Guatemala) 1824-1847 back
8 Reales (Guatemala) 1824-1847 photo
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8 Reales Guatemala

 
Silver (.903) 27.07 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Federal Republic of Central America
Period
Federal Republic (1821-1841)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1824-1847
Value
8 Reales
Currency
Real (1824-1851)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Weight
27.07 g
Diameter
39 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#17167
Rarity index
57%

Reverse

Tree divides value. With motto on outer circle. Mint, assayer's initial and fineness at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
•LIBRE CRESCA FECUNDO•
8• R•
NG•M•A•10Ds•20Gs

Translation:
Free grows fertile
8 Reales
Nueva Guatemala MA 0.902777

Interesting fact

The 8 Reales coin from Guatemala, issued between 1824 and 1847, features an interesting design element - the national coat of arms on the reverse side, which includes a quetzal bird, a symbol of freedom and independence in Central American culture.