8 Reales - Philip V 1729-1730 front 8 Reales - Philip V 1729-1730 back
8 Reales - Philip V 1729-1730 photo
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8 Reales - Philip V

 
Silver (.917) 27.0674 g -
Description
Issuer
New Spain (Mexico)
King
Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1729-1730
Value
8 Reales
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
27.0674 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#53670
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Spain coat of arms.

Comment

NOTE: Struck on specially prepared round planchets using well centered dies in excellent condition to prove the quality of the minting to the Viceroy or even to the King.

NOTE: Differs from KM#R47 because this one has lower silver purity.

Interesting fact

The 8 Reales coin from New Spain (Mexico) made of Silver (.917) weighing 27.0674 g has an interesting fact that it was used as a currency in the 18th century for the Spanish colonies in the Americas, and it was also used as a standard unit of exchange for trade with other countries, including the United States.