© Banco de Mexico
© Banco de Mexico
1 Escudo - Charles III
| Gold (.901) | 3.3834 g | 17.6 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1772-1784 |
| Value | 1 Escudo (16) |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Gold (.901) |
| Weight | 3.3834 g |
| Diameter | 17.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#53723 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned shield flanked by value surrounded with chain, on exterior ring legend, mint and assayer's initials.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN UTRUQ FELIX * A * D
1 S
Mo MF
Translation: With happiness in both under the look of God
Comment
KM#118.2 With initials and Mint mark inverted.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Escudo coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during the reign of Charles III, who was the King of Spain from 1759 to 1788. This coin was minted in Mexico City, which was an important center for coin production during the Spanish colonial period. The coin's design features an image of Charles III on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. The use of gold in the coin's composition was a symbol of the wealth and power of the Spanish Empire at the time.
