1845 Mexican Peso Silver Coin from Japan
A silver 8 reales peso from early Mexican independence, known as the 'Cap and Rays' type. Classified in HTS 9705.31.00.65 for numismatic interest exceeding 100 years, linked to Mexican-American War era trade. Iconic for pirate treasure associations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• For shipwreck-sourced coins, provide salvage rights documentation
• Declare as 'collectors' pieces' explicitly on entry summary
• Monitor MFN duty changes for silver-intensive imports