8 Reales - Isabella II (Countermark on Chile 1 Peso) ND (1834-1837) front 8 Reales - Isabella II (Countermark on Chile 1 Peso) ND (1834-1837) back
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8 Reales - Isabella II Countermark on Chile 1 Peso ND

 
Silver (.902) 27.07 g 39.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Philippines
Queen
Isabella II (1833-1868)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1834-1837
Value
8 Reals
Currency
Real (1700-1857)
Composition
Silver (.902)
Weight
27.07 g
Diameter
39.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Countermarked
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#21134
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Denomination in wreath above volcano.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CHILE INDEPENDIENTE
UN PESO
• SANTIAGO •

Translation: Independent Chile. One peso.

Comment

Countermark on Chile KM#82.

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 on the Chile 1 peso coin. This countermark was used to validate the coin for use in the Philippines, and it is a unique feature that sets this coin apart from other coins of the same era.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1834-1837)  - - - - - -

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