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¼ Real - Charles IV / Ferdinand VII
| Silver (.896) | 0.8458 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) Ferdinand VII (1808-1821) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1796-1816 |
| Value | ¼ Real |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Weight | 0.8458 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#33345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Rampant crowned lion left.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Coin was made under both Kings; and since no distinction-other than date- was made (like adding the current King monogram or such) this coins is considered the same for both rulers.1796-1808: Carlos IV
1808-1816: Fernando VII
Effectively making 1808 a bi-ruler coin because it is impossible to determine in which month of that year each specific one was minted.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Mexico. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles IV of Spain, who was the last Spanish monarch to rule over New Spain (Mexico) before it gained independence in 1821. Additionally, this coin was also minted during the brief reign of Ferdinand VII, who ruled from 1808 to 1816. This period saw significant political and social upheaval in Mexico, including the Mexican War of Independence, which lasted from 1810 to 1821. Despite this turmoil, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Mexico.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1810 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Real - Charles IV / Ferdinand VII 1796-1816 coin.
