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½ Real - Charles IV
| Silver (.896) | 1.6921 g |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1791-1807 |
| 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#75046 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Crowned arms shield flanked by pillars. With legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: • HISPAN • 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 IV (1791-1807), was part of a series of coins that were minted in response to a currency shortage in the country. The coin was made of silver (.896) and weighed 1.6921 grams. Despite its small denomination, the coin was an important part of everyday transactions in Guatemala during that time period.
