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8 Reales Type II Counter-mark ND
1839 year| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Cob |
| Technique | Countermarked, Hammered (cob) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#35135 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
Type II Counter-mark: Sun above a row of volcanoes inside a 6.5mm circle.Host coins:
KM#94.1 - Bolivia 1556-1598
KM#94.2 - Bolivia 1621-1665 KM#R5
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Guatemala, minted in 1839, is interesting because it was issued during a time of political turmoil in the country. Guatemala had gained independence from Spain in 1821, but it wasn't until 1839 that the country officially adopted the 8 Reales coin as its national currency. This coin was used widely throughout Guatemala until 1871, when it was replaced by the Guatemalan peso. Despite its long usage, the 8 Reales coin remains a rare and valuable collector's item today.
