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8 Reales Type II Counter-mark ND
1839 year| Silver (.917) | 27.07 g | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | State of the Federal Republic of Central America (1824-1841) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1839 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1733-1859) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Shape | Cob |
| Technique | Countermarked, Hammered (cob) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#26087 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
Type II Counter-mark: Sun above a row of volcanoes inside a 6.5mm circle.Host coin: Guatemala 1733-1746 KM#6
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Guatemala, minted in 1839, has an interesting feature. Despite being made of silver, it was counter-marked with a circular stamp that reads "8" in the center, surrounded by the words "DIEZ REALES" (meaning "ten reals" in Spanish). This counter-mark was applied to the coin to indicate its value, as the original design did not include the denomination. This fact highlights the coin's historical significance and the need for such markings in the past.
