8 Reales Pattern; Iturbide; Lead
1822 year| Lead | - | - |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Agustín de Iturbide (1822-1823) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1822 |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Lead |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 1822 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#373742 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned eagle spreading its wings atop a cactus, surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSTITUT.8.R.J.M.MEX.I.IMPERATOR.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 8 Reales coin from Mexico, made of Lead in 1822, is interesting because it was minted during the short-lived Mexican Empire established by Agustín de Iturbide, who was the first emperor of Mexico and ruled from 1821 to 1823. This coin was one of the few coins minted during his reign and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
