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¼ Real
| Billon (.333 silver) | 0.83 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Ecuador |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1830-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1842-1843 |
| Value | ¼ Real |
| Currency | Real (1822-1871) |
| Composition | Billon (.333 silver) |
| Weight | 0.83 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1871 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#40585 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Year of issue, seven stars, the image of a bird over a castle tower.
Script: Latin
Lettering: M 1842 V
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Real 1842-1843 coin from Ecuador is that it was minted during a time of economic and political instability in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a decimalization effort, replacing the previous Spanish colonial system of currency, which had been in use since the 16th century. Despite the challenges of implementing a new currency system, the ¼ Real coin remained in circulation for several decades and is now a sought-after collector's item.
