© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
8 Reales - Isabella II Countermark on Central American Republic 8 Reales ND
| Silver (.903) | 27.07 g | - |
| Issuer | Philippines |
|---|---|
| Queen | Isabella II (1833-1868) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1834-1837 |
| Value | 8 Reals |
| Currency | Real (1700-1857) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#341461 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Radiant sun with face, behind row of five volcanoes.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
• REPUBLICA DEL CENTRO DE AMERICA •
1831
Translation: Central American Republic.
Comment
Countermark on Central American Republic KM#22.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Queen Isabella II of Spain, who ruled from 1833 to 1868. The coin was minted in the Philippines, which was a Spanish colony at the time, and it features a countermark from the Central American Republic, indicating that it was also used in Central America. This coin is a unique example of the cultural and economic exchange that took place between Spain and its colonies in the 19th century.
