CVC & Collectables proudly presents this 1822-D CG Mexico 8 Reales was struck at the Durango Mint during the final period of Ferdinand VII portrait coinage in Mexico. Featuring the Spanish monarch’s portrait and the traditional crowned Spanish coat of arms, this silver coin represents an important transitional period in Mexican numismatic history. This example is certified NGC VF30.
Coin Highlights
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Country: Mexico
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Year: 1822
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Denomination: 8 Reales
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Mint: Durango (D)
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Assayer: CG
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Ruler: Ferdinand VII
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Composition: Silver
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Standard Weight: Approximately 27.07 grams
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Silver Fineness: .903
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Grade: NGC VF30
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Certification Number: 8411734-004
Design & Devices
Obverse: Features a right-facing, laureate bust of Ferdinand VII surrounded by his Latin royal inscription, with the date 1822 below.
Reverse: Displays the crowned Spanish coat of arms between the Pillars of Hercules, accompanied by the traditional PLUS ULTRA motto. The surrounding inscriptions identify the denomination, mint, and assayer.
Historical Significance
Mexico achieved independence from Spain in 1821, but the transition to a new monetary system was not immediate. Spanish colonial coin designs continued to be struck at certain Mexican mints during this transitional period.
The 1822 Durango 8 Reales is an example of this overlap, bearing the portrait of Ferdinand VII despite Mexico having already declared independence. These transitional issues document the shift from Spanish colonial rule to an independent Mexican monetary system.
Collectibility
Durango-minted 8 Reales are of particular interest to collectors of Mexican War of Independence and transitional coinage. The 1822 date, D mintmark, CG assayer initials, and Ferdinand VII portrait make this a distinctive historical issue.
Certified NGC VF30, this example retains recognizable portrait details, legible inscriptions, and visible elements of the Spanish royal coat of arms.
