Coin Specifications & Origin
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Date: 1799, under King Charles IV of Spain
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Mintmark / Assayer: Mo (Mexico City), FM (KM‑109)
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Composition: ~27.07 g silver, .896 fineness (~0.78 troy oz Ag)
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Chopmarks: Chinese merchant validation stamps—common in Far Eastern trade circulation
Historical & Trade Context
This coin circulated globally during the late Spanish colonial era. Chopmarks added by Asian merchants attest to its role in long-distance commerce and authentication in markets such as China and Southeast Asia.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Mexico City 8 Reales, Charles IV |
| Metal Content | |
| Chopmarks | Present — Chinese merchant economy evidence |
| Common Conditions | XF / VF circulated |
