¼ Real - Charles I ND
| Silver (.931) | 0.85 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1535-1556) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1536-1541 |
| Value | ¼ Real |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 0.85 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#57631 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned I with gothic M on both sides with "o" above and below each M (mintmark). No assayers Mark.
Lettering: hI:SPANIE:ET:IND:
Comment
Formerly KM#4Also known as "Carlos I and Juana"
The first 1/4 Real struck in the new world under the tenure of "R" Francisco del Rincon, first assayer of the Mexico City Mint.
1536-1537.
Assayers Mark does NOT appear on this issue.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Real coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during the reign of Charles I (1536-1541), who was the first king of Spain to issue coins in the Americas. This coin was made of silver (.931) and weighed 0.85 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin of its time. Despite its small size, it played an important role in the economy of New Spain and was widely used for everyday transactions.
