© Banco de Mexico
© Banco de Mexico
8 Reales Supreme National Congress of America - Insurgent coinage
| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1811-1812 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#57703 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bow, sword and quiver
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVICIONAL POR LA SUPREMA JUNTA DE AMERICA
Translation: Provisional by the Supreme Congress of America
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Mexico, issued between 1811 and 1812, is interesting because it was part of a series of coins minted by the Supreme National Congress of America, an insurgent government that was established during Mexico's struggle for independence from Spain. This coinage was meant to be used as a symbol of the new government's authority and independence, and it features the iconic image of an eagle on a cactus, which has become a symbol of Mexican national identity.
