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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#60329 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
Type II Counter-mark: Sun above a row of volcanoes inside a 6.5mm circle.Host coin: Guatemala 1747-1753 KM#12
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Reales (Type II Counter-mark) ND (1839) from Guatemala is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the civil war between the conservative government and the liberal rebels, who ultimately overthrew the government and established a new regime in 1840. Despite the political upheaval, the coin remained in circulation and is now a sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.
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.
