870 Réis - Maria II Countermark "Crowned Shield" over 8 Reales, Spain and América
Features
| Issuer |
Portugal
 |
|---|---|
| Queen |
Mary II (Maria II) (1834-1853)
|
| Type | Standard circulation coins |
| Year | 1834 |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 38 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Number | N# 18069 |
| References | KM# 440.15 Standard Catalog of World Coins (86 volumes). Alberto Gomes; 1991. Moedas Portuguesas. Associação Numismatica de Portugal, Lisbon, Portugal. |
Obverse
Bust of Ferdinand VII of Spain counterstamped with Portuguese coat of arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FERDIN·VII·DEI·GRATIA
·1821·
Translation:
Fernando VII by the Grace of God
1821
Reverse
Spanish coat of arms
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPAN.ET IND.REX M.8R.J.J.
Mint
| Gª F.S. | Guadalajara, Mexico (?-1895) |
Comments
Law 01SEP1934
There are more than 150 different "8 Reales" (dates, mint houses and kings) with this countermark and, regulary, new coins appear.
Their value is similar for all coins even if not refered in the catalogues.
There are more than 150 different "8 Reales" (dates, mint houses and kings) with this countermark and, regulary, new coins appear.
Their value is similar for all coins even if not refered in the catalogues.
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| Date | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undetermined | |||||||||||||||
| ND (1834) | |||||||||||||||
| ND (1834) | Gomes# M2 23.01 to 23.05 - Philip V (México/1740-1746) | ||||||||||||||
| ND (1834) | Gomes# M2 24.01 to 24.07 - Ferdinand VI (México & Guatemala/1746-1759) | ||||||||||||||
| ND (1834) | Gomes# M2 25.01 to 25.03 - Carolus III /coluns(México / 1758-1788-) | ||||||||||||||
| ND (1834) | Gomes# M2 26.01 to 26.17 - Carolus III/Bust | ||||||||||||||
| ND (1834) | Gomes# M2 27.01 to 27.51 (Spain & América / 1788-1808) | ||||||||||||||
| ND (1834) | Gomes# M2 28.01 to 28.03 - IOSEPH.NAP /20Rs (Madrid / 1809-1814) | ||||||||||||||
| ND (1834) | Gomes# M2 29.01 to 29.69 - Ferdin. VII/Spain & América (1808-1825) | ||||||||||||||
| ND (1834) | Gomes# M2 30.01 to 30.04 - Ferdin.VII/20 Rs / Spain/ 1822-1823) | ||||||||||||||
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Numista Rarity index: 85
This index is based on the data of Numista members collections. It ranges from 0 to 100, 0 meaning a very common coin or banknote and 100 meaning a rare coin or banknote among Numista members.
Bullion value: USD 80.87
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Actual silver weight: 1.103 oz
Current silver price: 73.30 USD/oz (see silver price 
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Past sales
| Pictures | Sale | Date | Version | Grade | Sold price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
   |
Heritage Auctions 2025 September 23 Spotlight: Brazil, Portugal, and Portuguese Colonies World Coins featuring the Cruzado Collection Showcase Auction 61580 Lot 24181 
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23 Sep 2025 | Undetermined |
VF (PCGS VF20) |
USD 492.00
(incl. buyer's premium) |
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Heritage Auctions 2025 July 13 Spotlight: Brazil World Coins Showcase Auction 61526 Lot 21094
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13 Jul 2025 | Undetermined |
VF (NGC VF Details (Cleaned)) |
USD 432.00
(incl. buyer's premium) |
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