State of Sonora ⅛ Real "Octavo", 1828 – 1829

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country State of Sonora State of Sonora
Currency Real (1535 – 1897)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination ⅛ Real
Year 1828 – 1829
Composition Copper
Shape Round
Weight (g) 3.61
Diameter (mm) 20
Demonetized Yes

Description

⅛ Real from State of Sonora. Issued from 1828 to 1829. Struck in Copper. Measures 20 mm and weighs 3.61 g.

Obverse
Eagle with wings spread, facing right, with a serpent in its beak and sprays below. Size varies: 17-18mm Weight varies: 2-3g
Reverse
Radiant liberty cap The C before date on reverse may be a mint mark standing for Concepcion de Alamos
Edge
Milled (diagonal)

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
1829  — 50%
1828  — Reverse S in ESTADO 50%

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