8 Reales ND (1830) front 8 Reales ND (1830) back
8 Reales ND (1830) photo
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8 Reales ND

1830 year
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
Chile
Period
Republic (1818-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1830
Value
8 Reales
Currency
Republic Real (1817-1852)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#35403
Rarity index
100%

Interesting fact

The Pattern 8 Reales ND (1830) from Chile made of Copper is a rare and unique coin that features a depiction of a Chilean national hero, Bernardo O'Higgins, on its obverse side. O'Higgins was a key figure in Chile's struggle for independence from Spain and later became the country's first Supreme Director. The coin's reverse side features the Chilean coat of arms and the denomination of 8 reales. This coin is considered a valuable collector's item and is highly sought after by numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.