8 Reales National Congress - Insurgent coinage
| Silver (.903) | - | - |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1812-1813 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#15110 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hand holding up bow with arrow, with quiver and pike below. Surrounded by the legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +S.P.CONG.NAT.IND.GUV.T.8R.So.Mo.
Translation:
the First Governing Supreme National Congress and of the Indies
T 8 Reales So Mexico
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Reales coin from Mexico is that it was used as a form of currency during the Mexican War of Independence against Spain. The coin was minted by the National Congress of Mexico in 1812-1813 and was used to finance the war efforts. The use of silver in the coin's production was a symbol of the country's rich natural resources and its desire for independence.
