© Jaime Tovar
© Jaime Tovar
8 Reales Oaxaca - Insurgent Coinage
1812 year| Silver | 19.3 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | State of Oaxaca |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1812 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 19.3 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#74759 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Morelos' monogram, value and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
M
8.R.
1812
Translation:
Morelos
8 Reales
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 issued by the insurgent government of Oaxaca during the Mexican War of Independence. These coins were minted in secret, using silver from local mines, and were used to finance the rebellion against Spanish rule. The coin's design features the image of a liberty cap, symbolizing the struggle for independence, and its mintage was limited to only 10,000 pieces. Today, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a rare and valuable piece of Mexican numismatic history.
