¼ Real - Ferdinand VII (Royalist coinage) 1813 front ¼ Real - Ferdinand VII (Royalist coinage) 1813 back
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¼ Real - Ferdinand VII Royalist coinage

1813 year
Copper 2 g 18.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Guayana (Venezuelan provinces)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1813
Value
¼ Real
Currency
Real (1813-1817)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2 g
Diameter
18.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#76009
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Rampant lion left. With date and King's name around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: F • VII • AÑO DE 1813

Translation: Fernando 7th. Year of 1813.

Comment

Size varies from 18 to 19mm.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in Venezuela. The Royalist coinage was issued by the Spanish colonial authorities in response to the independence movement led by Simón Bolívar. This coin, bearing the image of King Ferdinand VII, was a symbol of the Spanish monarchy's attempt to maintain control over the colonies, even as the Venezuelan people were fighting for their independence. Despite the political tensions, the coin still holds significant historical value and is a reminder of the complex history of Venezuela's struggle for independence.