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½ Real - Ferdinand VI
| Silver (.917) | 1.6917 g | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VI (1746-1759) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1754-1760 |
| Value | ½ Real |
| Currency | Real (1733-1859) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 1.6917 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 23 August 1873 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#59949 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned hemispheres flanked by crowned pillars, with legend around and date at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VTRA QUE VNUM
• G • 1759 • G •
Translation:
Both as one
Guatemala 1759 Guatemala
Comment
These coins were officially demonetized by the Guatemalan government in 1873. Individuals only had three days in which to redeem cob coinage for current coinage or promissory notes. Colonial era coinage in El Salvador was also redeemed.Interesting fact
The ½ Real coin from Guatemala, minted during the reign of Ferdinand VI (1754-1760), was part of a series of coins known as the "Pillar Dollars" or "Columnarios." These coins were named after the pillar or column that appeared on the reverse side of the coin, which represented the Pillar of Hercules, a symbol of Spanish power and influence. The Pillar Dollars were widely used throughout the Spanish colonies in the Americas and were known for their high silver content and durability.
