Catalogue
| Émetteur | Saint Lucia |
|---|---|
| Année | 1813 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Valeur | 6 Livres 15 Sous |
| Devise | Countermarked coinage (1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Poids | 15 g |
| Diamètre | |
| Épaisseur | |
| Forme | Other (Cut of 8 Reales) |
| Technique | |
| Orientation | |
| Graveur(s) | |
| En circulation jusqu’à | |
| Référence(s) | KM#10.1, KM#10.2 |
| Description de l’avers | Counterstamp on a third cut of a Carlos III 8 Reales 1781. |
|---|---|
| Écriture de l’avers | Latin |
| Légende de l’avers | II· A S:Lucie ·1781· |
| Description du revers | Third cut of a Carlos III 8 Reales 1781. |
| Écriture du revers | Latin |
| Légende du revers | IND · R |
| Tranche | |
| Atelier | |
| Tirage |
ND (1813) - KM#10.1 Countermark on 8 Reales of Charles III - ND (1813) - KM#10.2 Countermark on 8 Reales of Charles IV - |
| ID Numisquare | 6036223320 |
| Informations supplémentaires |
Historical Context: The 1813 6 Livres 15 Sous from Saint Lucia reflects a tumultuous era during the Napoleonic Wars. Under British administration, its currency system still retained strong French heritage. This issue represents a pragmatic colonial solution to a severe shortage of circulating coinage in the West Indies. Local authorities adapted foreign silver coinage, primarily Spanish Reales, to meet specific economic demands, illustrating currency challenges in contested territories.
Artistry: Cataloged as KM#10.1 and KM#10.2, this is a sophisticated cut and countermarked piece, typically utilizing a Spanish colonial 8 Reales as its host. The "artistry" involves precise modification: a central circular plug was removed, often a distinct plug inserted, and a countermark, frequently "SL" for Saint Lucia (sometimes crowned), applied. The remaining host coin segment, valued at 6 Livres 15 Sous, showcased remnants of the original Spanish Baroque or Neoclassical design.
Technical/Grading: For the 1813 6 Livres 15 Sous, grading emphasizes the host coin's integrity, the sharpness of the countermark, and the quality of the cutting and plugging. High-points for wear include the countermark's details and any remaining intricate elements of the host coin's design, like portrait hair or crown details. A well-struck, clear countermark, distinct host coin features, and a securely inserted original plug are paramount for higher grades. Corrosion or damage to the cut edges significantly diminish numismatic value.