1813, Mexico, War of Independence, Oaxaca. Struck Copper 8 Reales Coin. Insurgent Coinage!
Mint Year: 1813 Reference: KM-234. Mint Place: Oaxaca. Denomination: 8 Reales Condition: Weight-adjusting marks, minor deposits, otherwise VF. Material: Silver (.896) Weight: 23.89gm Diameter: 37mm
Obverse: Bow and arrrow above inscription ("SUD"), flanked by floral ornamentation.
Reverse: Morelos monogram above value (8.R.) and date (1813), surrounded by floral ornamentation.
José María Teclo Morelos Pérez y Pavón (30 September 1765 – 22 December 1815) was a Mexican Catholic priest, statesman and military leader who led the Mexican War of Independence movement, assuming its leadership after the execution of Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla in 1811.