1 Escudo - Ferdinand VI 1747 front 1 Escudo - Ferdinand VI 1747 back
1 Escudo - Ferdinand VI 1747 photo
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1 Escudo - Ferdinand VI

1747 year
Gold (.917) 3.3834 g -
Description
Issuer
New Spain (Mexico)
King
Ferdinand VI (1746-1759)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1747
Value
1 Escudo (16)
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
3.3834 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#28691
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned arms shield flanked by initials and value with legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
INITIUM SAPIENTIÆ TIMOR DOMINI
MF *1*
•Mo•

Translation:
The beginning on wisdom is the fear of God
MF 1 Escudo
Mexico City

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Escudo - Ferdinand VI 1747 coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during a time when Mexico was still a Spanish colony, and the coin's design reflects this history. The obverse side of the coin features an image of King Ferdinand VI of Spain, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of Mexico, which includes a depiction of an eagle devouring a snake, a symbol of the Aztec mythology. This coin is a unique piece of history that showcases the blending of Spanish and indigenous Mexican cultures.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1747 MF - - - - - -

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