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½ Escudo - Ferdinand VII Colonial Milled Coinage
| Gold (.873) | 1.6875 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1821) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1814-1821 |
| Value | ½ Escudo (8) |
| Currency | Real (1568-1858) |
| Composition | Gold (.873) |
| Weight | 1.6875 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#46627 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Escudo - Ferdinand VII (Colonial Milled Coinage) 1814-1821 from Peru is that it was minted during the Spanish colonial period in Peru, and it features the image of King Ferdinand VII on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. This coin was used as a form of currency during this time period and was valued at half an escudo, which was a significant amount in those days. Today, this coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, and it is highly sought after by numismatists and collectors of historical coins.
