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½ Real - Philip IV
| Silver (.931) | 1.6917 g | 16.3 mm |
| Issuer | Bolivia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip IV (1621-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1654-1666 |
| Value | ½ Real |
| Currency | Real (1574-1825) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 1.6917 g |
| Diameter | 16.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Cob |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#61952 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Interesting fact
The ½ Real coin from Bolivia, minted during the reign of Philip IV (1654-1666), is interesting because it was made of silver (.931) and weighed 1.6917 grams, which was a relatively small weight for a coin at that time. This suggests that the coin may have been used for small transactions or as a token for goods and services. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, indicates that it was intended to be a reliable and trustworthy form of currency.
