Mexico 8 Escudos - Fernando VII, 1821
Guadalajara - Royalist Coinage
Information
Country
Mexico
Mexico
Currency
Real
(1535 – 1897)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
8 Escudos
Year
1821
Composition
Gold (.875)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
27.07
Diameter (mm)
37
Demonetized
Yes
Description
8 Escudos from Mexico. Issued in 1821. Struck in Gold (.875). Measures 37 mm and weighs 27.07 g.
- Obverse
- Draped laureate bust right (Fernando 7th by the grace of God King of Spain and the Indies)
- Reverse
- Crowned shield flanked by pillars (May God bless him in both 8 Escudos Guadalajara FS)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1821 GA FS | — |
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