Eight reales

A Mexican dollar. Obverse: The arms of Spain crowned within columns entwined by a scroll, bearing the words PLUS / ULTRA. Legend: 'HISPA . ET . IND . REX . MO . 8R . F . M.' Reverse: starboard broadside view of a frigate under courses and top-sails. Exergue: monograms, 'FS to PD'.

Object Details

ID: MEC1684
Collection: Coins and medals
Type: Engraved commemorative coin - eight reales
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: Late 18th century
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 38 mm
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