8 Reales Oaxaca - Insurgent Coinage
1812 year| Copper |
| Issuer | State of Oaxaca |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1812 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#57718 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Monogram, value and date, with legend around
Lettering:
Mo
8.R.
1812
FABRICADO EN HUAUTLA
Translation:
Morelos
8 Reales
1812
Made in Huautla
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from the State of Oaxaca, minted in 1812, is interesting because it was part of a series of coins produced during Mexico's War of Independence against Spain. The Insurgent Coinage was created by the insurgent government of Oaxaca, led by Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, to finance their military efforts. The coin was made of copper and features the image of a crowned eagle on one side and the value "8" on the other. Despite its historical significance, the coin is not rare and can be found in circulation among collectors.
