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½ Real - Philip III, Philip IV, Charles II, Philip V, Luis I or Ferdinand VI ND
Silver (.931) | 1.7 g | - |
Issuer | Colombia |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1619-1748 |
Value | ½ Real |
Currency | Real (1616-1820) |
Composition | Silver (.931) |
Weight | 1.7 g |
Shape | Cob |
Technique | Hammered (cob) |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#118047 |
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Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Cross with 2 castles and 2 lions
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Colombia. The coin was issued during the Spanish colonial period, and during this time, there was a lot of political and social upheaval in the country. Despite this, the coin remained a stable and widely used form of currency, and it is still highly sought after by collectors today.