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8 Reales LCM - Royalist countermarked coinage ND
| Silver (.903) | 27.07 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1809-1822 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#74859 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Remains depending on host coin.
Script: Latin
Comment
KM#194.1 - Host coin 1811 and 1812KM#194.2 - Host coin 1815, 1817, 1820 and 1821
KM#194.3 - Host coin 1812 and 1821
KM#194.4 - Host coin 1813
KM#194.5 - Host coin 1813
KM#194.6 - Host coin 1811
KM#194.7 - Host coin 1811, 1812, 1817, 1818 and 1820
KM#194.8 - Host coin 1811 and 1812
KM#194.9 - Host coin 1811
KM#194.10 - Host coin 1813, 1814 and 1822
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Reales coin from Mexico is that it was used as a form of currency in the early 19th century, specifically during the Mexican War of Independence against Spain. The coin was countermarked with the letters "LCM" which stands for "Leales Compañías Militares" (Loyal Military Companies), indicating that it was issued by the Spanish colonial authorities in Mexico. Despite being issued by the Spanish, the coin features the Mexican coat of arms on one side, signifying the country's struggle for independence. This coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the complex political and economic dynamics of the time.
