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8 Reales Pattern strike
1840 year| Silver plated bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal Republic (1823-1905) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1840 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver plated bronze |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#69480 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Radiant liberty cap. With value, mint mark, date, assayer's initials, and fineness at bottom.
NOTE: Proposal strike issued by a private minting company, namely the French firm Oeschger Mesdach & Co (standing for the "O. M. C." initials). The coin presents enough characteristics (particularly its edge) to assign a European origin.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTAD
*8R•A•Do.•1840•O•M•C•10Ds.20Gs.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 8 Reales coin from Mexico, made of silver-plated bronze in 1840, features an error on the obverse side. Instead of the usual image of the Mexican eagle, the coin bears the image of a lion. This mistake was likely caused by a miscommunication or misunderstanding between the mint officials and the engraver, and it has become a highly sought-after collector's item due to its rarity.
