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8 Reales Type V Counterstamp
1846 year| Silver (.931) | 27.07 g | - |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | Free State (1838-1847) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1846 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1841-1864) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Shape | Cob |
| Technique | Counterstamped, Hammered (cob) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 19 July 1849 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#78632 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Reverse stamp: Tree divides value, within circle. With legend on outer circle.
Second stamp: 8 inside small circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HABILITADA EN COSTA RICA J.B.
2 R
8
Translation:
Enabled in Costa Rica Juan Barth
2 Reales
8 Reales
Comment
Type V countermark consisted of both Obverse and Reverse aligned dies. For bigger denominations a second stamp was added with the actual value of the coin inside a small circle.Host coin: Bolivia (Potosí) 8 Reales 1700 - 1746 KM#31
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1846 Costa Rican 8 Reales coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the civil war between the conservative and liberal factions, and its production was likely affected by the conflict. Despite this, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, showcasing the skill of the mint's engravers and the rich history of Costa Rican numismatics.
