1810 Mexico 8 Reales Sombrerete Very Fine 30

$20,000.00

This 1810 8 Reales coin is graded Very Fine 30, indicating that it has moderate wear but retains much of its original detail. The overstrikes and countermarks are clear, adding to the coin’s unique character. Coins from this period and region are highly collectible, especially those associated with the War of Independence and the emergency coinage issued by provincial mints like Sombrerete.

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CVC & Collectables proudly presents this 1810 Mexico 8 Reales coin from Sombrerete, graded Very Fine 30, is a remarkable artifact from a turbulent period in Mexico’s history. During the Mexican War of Independence, the central government’s control over the provinces weakened significantly, particularly in regions rich in resources like Zacatecas. Sombrerete, located in this province, was renowned for its mineral wealth, especially silver. As communications and supply lines were disrupted by the war, the need for local coinage became critical. Issued under the authority General Vargas, a Royalist leader and administrator of the mines in Sombrerete, established a provincial mint to produce coinage to support the local economy and Royalist efforts for Spain during the Mexican War of Independence.

Coin Specifications:

  • Country: Mexico
  • Mint: Sombrerete, Zacatecas Province
  • Ruler: Ferdinand VII (1808-1833)
  • Year: 1810
  • Denomination: 8 Reales
  • Composition: Silver
  • Grade: Very Fine 30
  • Countermarks: Two different countermarks with a crowned “S” between pillars, horizontal stamps with date “1810” and “VARGAS,” and a small stamp with “3.”
  • References: KM#176

Design and Features:

  • Obverse: The obverse features a crowned “S” between pillars and the date “1810” with “VARGAS.”
  • Reverse: The reverse displays the crowned Bourbon arms with the inscription around. The reverse also shows evidence of the overstrikes and countermarks, further enhancing its historical value.

This 1810 Mexico 8 Reales Sombrerete coin offers a direct connection to the Mexican War of Independence and the Royalist efforts to maintain control during a time of upheaval. The coin’s history, combined with its unique countermarks and overstrikes, makes it a valuable piece for collectors interested in Latin American history, numismatics, and the study of emergency coinage. Find more alike here!

World Coin Issues

Mexico

Grade

NGC

Year

1810

Metal Type Silver
Metal Weight 26.83 g
Metal Purity s.900
Diameter 38
Year 1810
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