1811-LVO Zacatecas Ferdinand VII Provisional 8 Reales Z8.1.2a L.V.O. T2 Obv B Rev A PCGS VF 20

$3,999.99

Zacatecas became an important source of coinage during the Mexican War of Independence, when conflict disrupted normal monetary production and transportation. The locally produced 8 Reales of 1811 are especially recognizable for their crude, distinctive designs and represent the Royalist effort to maintain a functioning currency during the conflict.

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CVC & Collectables presents a highly sought-after 1811 Zacatecas 8 Reales is an early Mexican War of Independence silver issue struck by the Royalist authorities at Zacatecas. Cataloged as Z8.1.2a, L.V.O. T2, Obverse B, Reverse A, as well as KM-190 and Cal-1445, this distinctive emergency-style coin has been certified PCGS VF20.

Coin Highlights:

  • Country: Mexico
  • Year: 1811
  • Denomination: 8 Reales
  • Mint: Zacatecas
  • Authority: Royalist
  • Reference: Z8.1.2a
  • Variety: L.V.O. T2, Obverse B, Reverse A
  • KM Reference: KM-190
  • Calicó Reference: Cal-1445
  • Composition: Silver
  • Grade: PCGS VF20

Design:

The obverse features a highly stylized representation associated with the crude early Zacatecas issues, surrounded by a dotted border and abbreviated royal legend.

The reverse displays the Spanish Royal Arms, crowned and surrounded by the legend of Ferdinand VII, with the 1811 date below.

Collectibility:

Early Zacatecas 8 Reales are an important specialty within Mexican War of Independence coinage. This example is particularly identifiable by its Z8.1.2a / L.V.O. T2, Obverse B, Reverse A attribution and is authenticated and graded VF20 by PCGS. Find more alike here!

World Coin Issues

Mexico

Condition

Very Fine – 20

Denominations

8 Reales

Grade

PCGS

Year

1811

Metal Type Silver
Metal Weight 26.6 g
Metal Purity s.900
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