½ Real - Ferdinand VI 1747-1760 front ½ Real - Ferdinand VI 1747-1760 back
½ Real - Ferdinand VI 1747-1760 photo
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½ Real - Ferdinand VI

 
Silver (.917) 1.6917 g -
Description
Issuer
Bolivia
King
Ferdinand VI (1746-1759)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1747-1760
Value
½ Real
Currency
Real (1574-1825)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
1.6917 g
Shape
Cob
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#61931
Rarity index
87%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Real coin from Bolivia, minted during the reign of Ferdinand VI (1747-1760), is that it was made of silver with a purity level of .917, which is higher than the standard .900 purity level for silver coins at the time. This means that the coin contains a higher percentage of pure silver than many other coins of its era, making it a unique and valuable piece for collectors.