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8 Reales Type IV Counterstamp ND
1841 year| Silver (.903) | 27 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | State of the Federal Republic of Central America (1824-1841) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1841 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1733-1859) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Counterstamped |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#75132 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
Type IV Counter-mark has a stamp for each side of the coin; just like Type III, but Type IV were mounted so that they could be stamped at the same time in the exact opposite of the other, leaving no flattening on the opposite side, as the other stamp would be perfectly centered on the same hit:-Obverse stamp: Sun above 3 volcanoes in a 6.5mm circle.
-Reverse stamps: Sun face in star, bow and arrow in 7mm circle.
Host coin: Bolivia 1827-1840 KM#97
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Reales (Type IV Counterstamp) ND (1841) from Guatemala is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the administration of President Rafael Carrera, who had come to power in 1840 and was facing opposition from liberal forces who opposed his conservative policies. Despite this, the coin still features the standard design of the 8 Reales coin, with the national coat of arms on one side and the denomination on the other. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the political and economic conditions of Guatemala during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1841) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Reales (Type IV Counterstamp) ND (1841) coin.
