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1 Escudo - Charles IV
| Gold (.875) | 3.3834 g | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1789-1790 |
| Value | 1 Escudo (16) |
| Currency | Real (1733-1859) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 3.3834 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#59893 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned arms shield flanked with value, surrounded by order chain, with legend around. With mint and initial at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN • UTROQ • FELIX • A • D
1 S
• NG • • M •
Translation:
May God bless him with happiness in both.
1 Escudo
Nueva Granada M
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Escudo - Charles IV 1789-1790 coin from Guatemala is that it was minted during the reign of King Charles IV of Spain, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the Spanish Empire. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign that featured him on the obverse (front) side, and the coat of arms of Guatemala on the reverse (back) side. The coin's design and mintage were overseen by the Spanish Royal Mint, and it was used as a standard circulation coin in Guatemala during that time.
