Jamaica 10 Pence - George II, 1758
Countermarked 1 real of Ferdinand VI
Information
Country
Jamaica
Jamaica
Currency
Countermarked real
(1655 – 1822)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
10 Pence - George II
Year
1758
Ruler
George II (Georg II)
(1727–1760)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled, counterstamped
Weight (g)
3.25
Diameter (mm)
20.3
Demonetized
Yes
Description
10 Pence - George II from Jamaica. Issued in 1758. Struck in Silver (.917). Measures 20.3 mm and weighs 3.25 g.
- Obverse
- Countermarked monogram "GR" at centre over Spanish arms. (Ferdinand VI by the Grace of God, king of Spain and the Indies. King George. 1 real.)
- Reverse
- Countermarked monogram "GR" at centre. Crowned hemispheres flanked by crowned pillars. (Both as one. King George.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | au | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1758) LM | 320K | € 2300,00 | Host date 1752-1760 |
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