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8 Reales Type I Countermark ND
| Silver (.896) | - | - |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | Free State (1838-1847) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1841-1842 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1841-1864) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked, Cut |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 24 October 1896 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#304856 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Remains of host coin: Crowned arms shield flanked by pillars with legend around
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPAN . ET IND . REX . LIMAE .8R . J . P
Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
Lima 8 Reales J P
Edge
Chain link effect
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Costa Rica, minted between 1841 and 1842, features a unique countermark, known as the "Type I Countermark," which was added to the coin to verify its authenticity and value. This countermark is a small stamp or marking that was applied to the coin after it was minted, and it is a distinctive feature that sets this coin apart from other coins of the same era. The use of countermarks was a common practice in the 19th century, particularly in Latin America, as a way to ensure the authenticity of coins and prevent counterfeiting.
