½ Real - Charles IV (Numeral IIII) 1791-1808 front ½ Real - Charles IV (Numeral IIII) 1791-1808 back
½ Real - Charles IV (Numeral IIII) 1791-1808 photo
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½ Real - Charles IV Numeral IIII

 
Silver (.896) 1.6917 g -
Description
Issuer
Peru
King
Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1791-1808
Value
½ Real
Currency
Real (1568-1858)
Composition
Silver (.896)
Weight
1.6917 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#37533
Rarity index
68%

Reverse

Crowned arms, pillars

Script: Latin

Lettering: •HISPAN•ET IND•R•MAE•I•J•

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Real - Charles IV (Numeral IIII) 1791-1808 coin from Peru is that it was minted during the Spanish colonial period in Peru, and it features the image of King Charles IV of Spain on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of silver with a purity of .896, which was a common practice during that time period. Additionally, the coin weighs 1.6917 grams, which is relatively light compared to other coins of similar size and material.