1863-O|FR Mexico 8 Reales NGC AU 53

$349.99

Mexico’s 8 Reales was the workhorse large silver coin of 19th-century commerce. The bold “Cap & Rays” reverse celebrates liberty, while the national eagle-and-snake arms anchors the design in Mexican identity.

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CVC & Collectables presents a handsome, crown-sized Mexico 8 Reales from the Federal Republic era—struck at Oaxaca, Mexico (1858-1893) (O) and certified NGC AU 53.

Coin Highlights:

  • Maker: Mexico (Federal Republic)
  • Date: 1863 (NGC label: 1863O FR)
  • Catalog: KM# 377 (N#7394)
  • Metal: Silver (.903 fine)
  • Grade: NGC AU 53 (Cert 8409677-003)
  • Diameter/Edge: 38.9 mm; Security edge
  • Obverse: Eagle with snake on cactus; legend REPUBLICA MEXICANA
  • Reverse: Radiant Liberty cap with rays; legends include LIBERTAD with denomination/mint (8 Reales / O), assayers (F.R.), and fineness 10 Ds 20 Gs
  • Type: Standard circulation silver “Cap & Rays” 8 Reales

Collectibility:
A popular type coin with strong eye appeal in AU, featuring clear legends and attractive natural toning. Guanajuato mint issues are widely collected by date/mint/assayer, and this certified example is ideal for a type or Mexico crown set. Find more alike here!

World Coin Issues

Mexico

Condition

About Uncirculated – 53

Denominations

8 Reales

Grade

NGC

Year

1863

Metal Type Silver
Metal Weight 0.7859 oz
Metal Purity s.900
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