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½ Real - Charles III
| Silver (.896) | 1.6921 g | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1786-1787 |
| Value | ½ Real |
| Currency | Real (1733-1859) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Weight | 1.6921 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#26075 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned arms flanked by pillars with legend around
Script: Latin
Lettering: • HISP • ET IND • R • NG • M •
Unabridged legend: Hispaniarum Et Indiarum Rex
Translation: King of Spain and the Indies, Nueva Guatemala, M
Interesting fact
The ½ Real coin from Guatemala, minted during the reign of Charles III (1786-1787), has an interesting feature. Despite being made of silver (.896), it weighs only 1.6921 grams, which is relatively light for a coin of its size and material. This is likely due to the coin's design, which features a thin rim and a relatively flat surface area, resulting in a lower overall weight. This makes it a unique and interesting example of a silver coin from this time period.
