CV Coins & Collectables proudly presents this 1821-Zs AZ Mexico 8 Reales, struck at the Zacatecas Mint and certified NGC AU 50. Issued during the final year of the Mexican War of Independence, this large silver crown features the portrait of King Ferdinand VII and the distinctive AZ assayer initials.
Coin Highlights:
- Country: Mexico
- Year: 1821
- Denomination: 8 Reales
- Mint: Zacatecas (Zs)
- Assayer: AZ
- Grade: NGC AU 50
- Composition: Silver
- Ruler: Ferdinand VII
- Rarity: Somewhat scarce; particularly difficult in high AU to Mint State
Design:
The obverse features a right-facing laureate and draped bust of King Ferdinand VII, surrounded by his royal legend and the 1821 date.
The reverse displays the crowned Spanish coat of arms between the Pillars of Hercules, with the Zacatecas mintmark and AZ assayer initials incorporated into the surrounding legends.
Rarity & Collectibility:
The 1821-Zs AZ is considered somewhat scarce, with the AZ assayer variety comparable in availability to the 1820 RG and 1822 RG issues. Examples become considerably more difficult to locate in attractive AU and Uncirculated grades, making this NGC AU 50 specimen a desirable example for collectors of Mexican 8 Reales and War of Independence coinage. Find more alike here!
