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8 Escudos
| Issuer | La Rioja |
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| Year | 1838-1840 |
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| Shape | Round |
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| Obverse description | Central field features the Argentine coat of arms depicting an oval shield with a Phrygian cap atop a pike, divided horizontally with alternating sections, surmounted by the radiant Sun of May with a facing human visage. The shield is flanked by crossed flags and supported by laurel and olive branches tied at the base. The peripheral legend reads ETERNO LOOR AL RESTAURADOR ROSAS with a small star, paying tribute to Juan Manuel de Rosas as the 'Restorer of the Laws.' |
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| Reverse description | Central device depicts a large Phrygian liberty cap resting upon two crossed swords, their hilts visible in the lower field, symbolizing republican liberty and martial authority. The date 1838 appears in the lower exergual area, flanked by the mint mark R (La Rioja) and denomination indicator S8, separated by small pellets. The circular legend around the periphery reads REPUB ARGENTINA CONFEDERADA R, referencing the Argentine Confederation. |
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| Edge | Reeded |
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