Description: Offered is a Mexico 1781 Mo FF 8 Reales, struck in .900 fine silver during the reign of King Charles (Carolus) III, and certified by NGC as VF (Details) – Cleaned. This historic Spanish colonial “Piece of Eight” features strong visible detail for the grade, with clear lettering, a well-defined bust of Carolus III, and a bold crowned shield on the reverse. The “Cleaned” designation reflects past surface treatment, common for coins of this age, but the piece still retains excellent eye appeal and strong historical character.
As one of the world’s most influential trade coins, the 8 Reales circulated widely across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, forming the backbone of international commerce. The Mexico City Mint (Mo) and FF assayers oversaw the production of this classic late-colonial issue.
Specifications:
Year: 1781
Country: Mexico (Spanish Colonial)
Mint: Mexico City (Mo)
Assayers: FF
Denomination: 8 Reales
Composition: .900 Fine Silver
Weight: 27.07 g
Diameter: 38–40 mm (hand-struck variability)
Obverse: Bust of King Carolus III
Reverse: Crowned Spanish shield with pillars and legend
Grade: NGC VF – Cleaned
Mintage: Not precisely recorded (hand-struck colonial era)
You will receive a coin similar to the condition shown.
