1 Escudo - Ferdinand VII
Gold (.875) | 3.3834 g | - |
Issuer | Peru |
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King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1821) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1812-1814 |
Value | 1 Escudo (16) |
Currency | Real (1568-1858) |
Composition | Gold (.875) |
Weight | 3.3834 g |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#48020 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms surrounded by a chain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Escudo - Ferdinand VII 1812-1814 coin from Peru is that it was minted during the brief period of Spanish rule in Peru, specifically between 1812 and 1814. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during this period, which were known as the "Ferdinand VII" coins, named after the Spanish king at the time. The coin's design features an image of Ferdinand VII on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. The use of gold in the coin's minting process was a symbol of the wealth and power of the Spanish Empire at the time. Today, these coins are highly sought after by collectors and are considered a valuable piece of numismatic history.