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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'.
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Object Details
| ID: | MEC1684 |
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| 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 |