1/2 Real NORTE - Insurgent Countermarked Coinage

Issuer Mexico
Year 1811
Type Standard circulation coin
Value 1/2 Real
Currency Real (1535-1897)
Composition Silver
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Shape Round
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Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#268
Obverse description Countermark on base coin: Eagle on cactus facing left, with star on left and NORTE under cactus.
Obverse script
Obverse lettering NORTE
(Translation: North)
Reverse description Remaining design from original coin, untouched but flattened due to punch on other side.
Reverse script
Reverse lettering
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Mint
Mintage 1811 - -
Numisquare ID 6560851900
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