¼ Real "Cuartillo" - Ferdinand VI, Charles III or Charles IV ND (1756-1796) front ¼ Real "Cuartillo" - Ferdinand VI, Charles III or Charles IV ND (1756-1796) back
¼ Real "Cuartillo" - Ferdinand VI, Charles III or Charles IV ND (1756-1796) photo
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¼ Real "Cuartillo" - Ferdinand VI, Charles III or Charles IV ND

 
Silver (.917) 0.85 g 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Colombia
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1756-1796
Value
¼ Real
Currency
Real (1616-1820)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
0.85 g
Diameter
12 mm
Thickness
0.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#34684
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Castle.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency in Colombia during a time of great social and political change. The coin was minted during the reigns of Ferdinand VI, Charles III, and Charles IV, who were all Spanish monarchs who ruled over the New Granada region, which included present-day Colombia. This time period saw significant changes in the region, including the establishment of the Viceroyalty of New Granada and the expansion of trade and commerce. The coin's silver content and small denomination made it a practical and accessible form of currency for everyday transactions.