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Token - Silver Cob 8 Reales , Peso bout Barre d'argent ND
1971 year| - | - | 28 mm |
| Location | Canada |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Pepsodent |
| Type | Medals › Advertising medallions |
| Year | 1971 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided, Irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#116621 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Lettering:
EIGHT REALES
SILVER COB
PESO BOUT
BARRE D'ARGENT
Edge
Plain
Comment
This token was given out by Pepsodent in 1971 as a promo piece in Canada. Find the treasure.There were six different imitation coins.
Interesting fact
This coin features a unique combination of historical elements: It combines a medal design with advertising purposes, creating a hybrid numismatic item. The "Silver Cob 8 Reales" denomination suggests it was valued similarly to Spanish silver coins from the colonial era. The "Peso bout Barre d'argent ND (1971)" indicates it was minted as a peso equivalent in silver content during the 1970s, bridging historical and modern currency systems. Its use of French ("bout") alongside Spanish terminology reflects the international nature of numismatics during this period. This coin exemplifies how modern commemorative pieces incorporate historical references while serving contemporary purposes.
