8 Reales (Pattern strike) 1882 front 8 Reales (Pattern strike) 1882 back
8 Reales (Pattern strike) 1882 photo
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8 Reales Pattern strike

1882 year
Silver (.903) 27.07 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Mexico
Period
Federal Republic (1823-1905)
Type
Pattern
Year
1882
Value
8 Reales
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Weight
27.07 g
Diameter
39 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#69487
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Liberty radiant cap as center piece. With value, mint, date, assayer's initials and fineness at bottom.

NOTE: Colloquially known as "Crystal rays".

Script: Latin

Lettering: *8R.Ho 1882.J.A.10Ds.20Gs.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 8 Reales coin from Mexico, made of Silver (.903) and weighing 27.07g, is a rare and unique coin. It was minted in 1882 as a pattern strike, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a trial or sample coin. This fact makes it particularly interesting and valuable to collectors.