© Banco de Mexico
© Banco de Mexico
1 Escudo - Ferdinand VII
| Gold (.875) | 3.3834 g | 18.68 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1821) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1814-1820 |
| Value | 1 Escudo (16) |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 3.3834 g |
| Diameter | 18.68 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#56499 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned shield at center, surrounded by chain and lettering.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELIX A D II
Mo
IN UTRO Q
Translation: With happiness in both under the look of God
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Escudo coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during the reign of Ferdinand VII, who was the last Spanish monarch to rule over the colonies in the Americas. The coin was made of gold (.875) and weighed 3.3834 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
