CVC & Collectables presents the 1885 Mexico 8 Reales, struck at the Chihuahua Mint under assayer M.M. (Manuel Moya). Cataloged as KM# 377.6, this example features the iconic Cap & Rays motif and bears merchant chopmarks, tangible reminders of its role in late 19th-century international silver trade.
Coin Highlights:
- Issuer: United Mexican States
- Date / Mint / Assayer: 1885 – Chihuahua (CA) – M.M. (Manuel Moya)
- Denomination: 8 Reales
- Reference: KM# 377.6 – Cap & Rays
- Composition: Silver (.903 fine)
- Weight: 27.07 g (0.786 troy oz ASW)
- Diameter: 38.9 mm
- Chopmarks: Merchant-applied verification stamps
- Certification: NGC – Chopmarked designation
Collectibility:
- Historic Chihuahua Mint issue
- Cap & Rays design symbolic of liberty and independence
- Unique chopmarks, each telling a story of global commerce
- Certified authentic by NGC
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