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1883-Oa AE 8 Reales MS Oa28 Values
Details
Mexico's Republic 8 reales coins are iconic, heavy (crown-sized) silver coins minted from the early 182 to 1897 that feature a radiant cap and rays on one side and the Mexican eagle clutching a snake on the other. These coins were important for global trade, were once legal tender in the U.S., and are highly valued by collectors today for their historical significance and striking design, and quite popular with North American coin collectors.
This coin is made of Silver and has a current melt value of $63.30
Obverse: Eagle holding snake in beak.
Reverse: Rediant cap with LIBERTAD inscription.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Oaxaca
Coinage Type:
Mexico 8 Reales
Coinage Years:
1824-1897
Composition:
Silver
Mint Mark:
Oa
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.903
Weight:
27.07 gr
Weight:
0.7859 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.7859 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
38.9 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Demonetized:
True
Obverse Lettering:
REPUBLICA MEXICANA
Reverse Lettering:
LIBERTAD, 8R,1883, Oa, Y, F, 10Ds, 20Gs
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