1758 Jamaica 5 Pence Overstruck on a Peruvian Half Reale gVF
The 1758 Jamaica 5 Pence Overstruck on a Peruvian Half Reale is a rare and fascinating coin that represents a unique moment in history. At the time, many British colonies in the Americas, including Jamaica, had a shortage of currency and would often overstrike foreign coins to create new denominations. This particular coin is a combination of a Peruvian Half Reale and a Jamaican 5 Pence, which were overstruck to create a new hybrid coin. Today, coins such as this are highly sought after by collectors for their historical significance and unique designs.
Note: this coin has a small hole which has previously been repaired.
Note: this coin has a small hole which has previously been repaired.
$52.35
Original: $174.50
-70%1758 Jamaica 5 Pence Overstruck on a Peruvian Half Reale gVF—
$174.50
$52.35
Description
The 1758 Jamaica 5 Pence Overstruck on a Peruvian Half Reale is a rare and fascinating coin that represents a unique moment in history. At the time, many British colonies in the Americas, including Jamaica, had a shortage of currency and would often overstrike foreign coins to create new denominations. This particular coin is a combination of a Peruvian Half Reale and a Jamaican 5 Pence, which were overstruck to create a new hybrid coin. Today, coins such as this are highly sought after by collectors for their historical significance and unique designs.
Note: this coin has a small hole which has previously been repaired.
Note: this coin has a small hole which has previously been repaired.
