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8 Reales Type II Counter-mark ND
1839 year| Silver (.931) | 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 (.931) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Shape | Cob |
| Technique | Countermarked, Hammered (cob) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#75129 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Comment
Type II Counter-mark: Sun above a row of volcanoes inside a 6.5mm circle.Host coins:
KM#110.1 - Peru 1684-1701
KM#110.2 - Peru 1684-1701 KM#R24
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Guatemala, also known as the "Guatemalan 8 Reales," was used as a form of currency in Guatemala and other parts of Central America during the 19th century. It was made of silver and had a unique design, featuring the national coat of arms on one side and the denomination on the other. The coin was first introduced in 1839 and was used until the early 20th century. It's interesting to note that the coin was counter-marked with a small "ND" (Nueva Dynastia) stamp, which was added to the coin to indicate that it was issued during the reign of the new dynasty of the Guatemalan government. This feature makes the coin particularly valuable to collectors, as it represents a significant moment in Guatemalan history.
