© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
½ Real - Charles III
| Silver (.833) | 1.5 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1760-1771 |
| Value | ½ Real |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#44257 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Cross with castles and lions in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · HISPANIARUM · REX · 1771
Translation: King of the Spains
Engraver: Tomás Francisco Prieto Martin
Comment
KM#395.1 Madrid mint
KM#395.2 Seville mint
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Real coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Charles III (1760-1771), is that it was part of a broader effort to reform the Spanish currency and stabilize the economy. The coin was introduced as a replacement for the older, irregularly-minted coins that had been in circulation, and it was designed to have a consistent weight and purity of silver. This helped to promote confidence in the currency and facilitate trade. Additionally, the coin's design featured an image of Charles III, which served as a symbol of the Spanish monarchy and added to the coin's cultural significance.
