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8 Reales Type II Counter-mark ND
1839 year| Silver (.916) | - | - |
| 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 (.916) |
| Shape | Cob |
| Technique | Countermarked, Hammered (cob) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#26088 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
Type II Counter-mark: Sun above a row of volcanoes inside a 6.5mm circle.Host coin: Mexico 1733-1734 KM#48
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Guatemala, minted in 1839, has an interesting feature. It has a countermark, which is a small stamp or marking that was added to the coin after it was minted. The countermark on this coin is a letter "A" surrounded by a wreath, which was added by the Mexican government to indicate that the coin was valid for circulation in their territory. This countermark was used during a time when Guatemala was part of the Mexican Empire, and it's a unique aspect of this coin's history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1839) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Reales (Type II Counter-mark) ND (1839) coin.
