Coin Specifications
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Year: 1796 (under Charles IV of Spain)
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Mint: Mexico City (Mo), Assayer FM — cataloged as KM 109
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Denomination & Metal: 8 Reales, ~27.07 g, silver fineness ~.896 (≈0.78 oz Ag)
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Chopmarks: Small symbols stamped by Chinese or Southeast Asian merchants, indicating authentication for Far Eastern trade storage and use
 Historical & Cultural Context
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These coins served as global trade currency, especially in Asia, and chopmarks reflect their use in Chinese markets
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Chopmarks (e.g., stars, characters, geometric forms) attest to circulation routes and merchant trust
Summary at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
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| Type | Mexico City 1796 Mo FM 8 Reales, KM 109 |
| Metal | Silver (~0.78 oz Ag at .896 purity) |
| Chopmarks | Yes — Chinese merchant validation |
| Grading Range | Mostly Fine–VF (NGC-certified) |
| Estimated Value | $90–$160 (common) / $150–$200+ (high eye appeal) |
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