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½ Real - Ferdinand VI
| Silver (.917) | 1.69 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VI (1746-1759) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1747-1760 |
| Value | ½ Real |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 1.69 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#15055 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 41% |
Reverse
Crowned globes flanked by crowned pillars with banner, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VTRA QUE VNUM
·Mᴼ·1748·M·
Translation:
Both as one
Mexico City 1748 M
Edge
Milled
Comment
KM#67.2 Has a slightly different crown than 67.1Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Real coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during the reign of King Ferdinand VI, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the Spanish Empire. This coin, made of silver and weighing 1.69 grams, was a standard circulation coin during his reign from 1747 to 1760 and features an image of the king on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. Despite its small size, this coin played an important role in the economy of New Spain and was used in everyday transactions. Today, it is a sought-after collector's item for numismatists interested in the history of Mexican coinage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1748 Mo | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1749 Mo | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1751 Mo | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1752 Mo | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1753 Mo | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Real - Ferdinand VI 1747-1760 coin.
