Mexico Pillar Dollar 8 Reales 1732 Restrike 1/2 oz PF 68 NGC silver medal 1988

This 1988 Mexico Pillar Dollar silver medal recreates the celebrated 1732 Spanish colonial 8 Reales, one of the most influential coins in world monetary history. Struck in .999 silver with a brilliant Proof finish, this 1/2 oz commemorative restrike is certified NGC PF68. The obverse features an elaborate crowned Spanish royal coat of arms with castles, lions, and a central Bourbon shield, surrounded by the historical inscription PHILIP V D G HISPAN ET IND REX. Additional markings identify the 1988 issue and silver purity. The reverse displays two crowned globes representing the Old and New Worlds, flanked by the Pillars of Hercules with PLUS ULTRA banners. Ocean waves, floral ornaments, the inscription UTRAQUE UNUM, and the historic date 1732 complete the composition. The original Pillar Dollar became a major international trade currency, circulating throughout Europe, Asia, and the Americas. This beautifully detailed certified silver medal preserves an iconic design of colonial numismatics and makes a distinctive addition to any historical collection.

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