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½ Real - Charles IV
| Silver (.903) | 1.6921 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Bolivia |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1789-1791 |
| Value | ½ Real |
| Currency | Real (1574-1825) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 1.6921 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#82060 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Crowned arms between pillars. Legend with value, monogram of Mint and engraver's letters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · HISPAN · ETIND · REX · PTS · P · R ·
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Real coin from Bolivia, minted during the reign of Charles IV (1789-1791), is interesting because it was made of silver (.903) and weighed 1.6921 grams, which was a relatively small weight for a coin at that time.
