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8 Reales - Philip V
| Silver (.917) | 27.0674 g | - |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1726-1746 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1568-1858) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 27.0674 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#47978 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Pillars, workshop, value and date.
Lettering: PLVS VLTR(A)
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Peru, minted during the reign of Philip V (1726-1746), was part of a series of coins known as the "Pieces of Eight," which were widely used in international trade during the 18th and 19th centuries. These coins were so named because they were divided into eight smaller units, or "bits," which made them easier to use for small transactions. The 8 Reales coin was the largest denomination in this series and was equivalent to one Spanish dollar. It was made of silver (.917) and weighed 27.0674 grams.
