© Banco de Mexico
© Banco de Mexico
1 Escudo - Charles III
| Gold (.917) | 3.3834 g | 18.11 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1760-1761 |
| Value | 1 Escudo (16) |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3.3834 g |
| Diameter | 18.11 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#53719 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned shield surrounded by legend, with Mint mark at bottom flanked by assayer's initials.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOMINA MAGNA SEQUOR
M * Mo * M
Translation:
We follow the loftiest
M Mexico City M
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Escudo - Charles III 1760-1761 coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles III, who was the King of Spain from 1759 to 1788. During his reign, Charles III implemented a number of reforms aimed at modernizing the Spanish economy and increasing the production of gold and silver in the colonies. The 1 Escudo coin, which was made of gold (.917) and weighed 3.3834 grams, was likely minted as part of these efforts to increase the production of gold currency in the region.
