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8 Reales Type I Countermark ND
| Silver (.903) | - | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | Free State (1838-1847) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1841-1842 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1841-1864) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked, Cut |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 24 October 1896 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#78599 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Remaining design from host coin.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPAN • ET • IND • REX • LIMAE • 8R • J.M.
Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
Lima 8 Reales J M
Comment
Host coin: Peru 8 Reales 1772 - 1789 KM#78An additional hole was cut out from these coins as payment for the counter-marking work.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Reales (Type I Countermark) ND (1841-1842) from Costa Rica is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the civil war between the conservative and liberal factions, and its production was interrupted several times due to the conflict. Despite this, the coin remained in circulation and became a symbol of national resilience and unity.
