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8 Reales Republic of Colombia
| Silver (.666) | 23 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Period | Gran Colombia (1819-1831) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1820-1821 |
| Value | 8 Reales (1) |
| Currency | Peso pre-decimal (1810-1847) |
| Composition | Silver (.666) |
| Weight | 23 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#35034 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 61% |
Reverse
Indian Head with plume (Libertad Americana)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA DE COLOMBIA
1820
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Colombia, minted between 1820 and 1821, has an interesting feature. Despite being made of silver, it has a unique .666 purity level, which is slightly lower than the standard .999 purity level found in many silver coins. This means that the coin contains a small amount of other metals, such as copper or gold, in addition to silver. This blend of metals was likely used to create a more durable coin that could withstand the wear and tear of circulation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1821 Ba JF | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Reales (Republic of Colombia) 1820-1821 coin.
