PHILIPPINES. Philippines - Mexico. 8 Reales, ND (1834-37). Manila Mint. Isabel II. NGC EF-45. Countermark: AU Details. KM-129; Basso-56. Issued by decree of 20 December 1834 and suppressed 31 March 1837 (by decree of 1 February 1836). Countermark: Type VI; crowned Y.II. within circular incuse. Applied to the obverse of a 1833-Go MJ Mexico Republic 8 Reales (KM-377.8). Moderate gray toning on the obverse pleasantly highlights the design elements and the strongly-punched countermark. Design elements of the liberty cap show through at the base of the countermarks crown. An attractive piece.
