8 Reales - Isabella II Countermark on Peru 8 Reales ND
Silver (.896) | 27.06 g | 39 mm |
Issuer | Philippines |
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Queen | Isabella II (1833-1868) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1834-1837 |
Value | 8 Reals |
Currency | Real (1700-1857) |
Composition | Silver (.896) |
Weight | 27.06 g |
Diameter | 39 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#341714 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
• HISPAN • ET • IND • REX • LIMAE • 8R • J • P •
PLUS VLTRA
Unabridged legend: Hispaniarum et Indiarum Rex.
Translation: King of Spain and the Indies. Further beyond.
Comment
Countermark on Peru KM#106.Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin with the countermark of Isabella II on a Peru 8 Reales coin was used as a form of currency in the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period. It's interesting to note that the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable resource at the time, and it weighed 27.06 grams.