© Stacks Bowers
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8 Reales - Isabella II Countermark on Mexico 8 Reales ND
| Silver (.917) | 27.07 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Philippines |
|---|---|
| Queen | Isabella II (1833-1868) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1834-1837 |
| Value | 8 Reals |
| Currency | Real (1700-1857) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#341479 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CAROLVS • III • D • G • HISPAN • ET IND • REX
•
M
M 8
Unabridged legend: Carolus III Dei Gratia Hispaniarum et Indiarum Rex.
Translation: Carlos III by the Grace of God, King of Spain and the Indies.
Comment
Countermark on Mexico KM#105.Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin with the countermark of Isabella II on a Mexico 8 Reales coin is a unique and interesting piece of history. It was issued during the reign of 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 the profile of the young queen on one side and the Mexican coat of arms on the other. The fact that it was countermarked with the initials "I.I." (for Isabella II) and the year of issue (1834-1837) makes it a distinctive and valuable collector's item among numismatists. Additionally, the coin was made of silver with a purity of .917, which adds to its intrinsic value and historical significance.
