© Banco de Mexico
© Banco de Mexico
½ Real - Charles II
| Silver (.931) | 1.6899 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1668-1697 |
| Value | ½ Real |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 1.6899 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Cob |
| Technique | Hammered (cob) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#57642 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Legend around cross, lions and castles
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Real coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during the reign of Charles II, who was the last Habsburg king of Spain and the first monarch of the Spanish Bourbon dynasty. This coin was issued during a time of significant political and economic change in Mexico, as it was transitioning from a colony to an independent nation. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
