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8 Reales Morelos, Chilpanzingo and ZMY countermarks
1809 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1809 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#74908 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Remaining design from host coin.
Script: Latin
Comment
Host coin is a cast copy of KM#110Multiple countermark coins are the product of coins moving through areas controlled by two or more friend or foe armies, and getting stamped to be usable in their areas.
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Mexico, issued in 1809, is interesting because it features three different countermarks, which were used to validate the coin's authenticity and value. The countermarks include the letters "ZMY" (which stand for "Zacatecas, Mexico, and Yucatan"), as well as the images of a bird (representing the state of Morelos) and a tree (representing the state of Chilpanzingo). These countermarks were applied to the coin by local authorities to ensure that it was accepted as legitimate currency in different regions of Mexico. This coin is a unique example of how currency was used to unify different regions and promote trade across Mexico during the early 19th century.
