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1 Escudo - Charles III
| Gold (.902) | 3.38 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1772-1789 |
| Value | 1 Escudo (16) |
| Currency | Real (1616-1820) |
| Composition | Gold (.902) |
| Weight | 3.38 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#52835 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Coat of arms surrounded by legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN UTROQ FELIX A D
NR JJ
1 S
Translation:
IN UTROQ FELIX AUSPICE DEO = In one and the other world happy under God's eye
New Kingdom (Nuevo Reino de Granada), engraver's initials "JJ"
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Escudo - Charles III 1772-1789 coin from Colombia is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. Charles III was the King of Spain at the time, and he oversaw a number of significant reforms and modernizations in the Spanish colonies, including the establishment of the first mint in Colombia, which produced this coin. Despite the turmoil of the time, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today, with its gold content and historical significance making it a prized addition to any collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1777 P SF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1779 P SF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1782 P SF | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Escudo - Charles III 1772-1789 coin.
