1 Maravedi - Charles IV 1788-1802 front 1 Maravedi - Charles IV 1788-1802 back
1 Maravedi - Charles IV 1788-1802 photo
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1 Maravedi - Charles IV

 
Copper 1 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1788-1802
Value
1 Maravedi (1⁄34)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1 g
Diameter
15 mm
Thickness
0.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#18650
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Cross of Don Pelayo with castles and rampant lions representing the Kingdoms of Castile and Leon, three fleurs-de-lis in a central oval representing the Bourbons and perimeter wreath.

Engraver: Pedro González de Sepúlveda

Interesting fact

The 1 Maravedi coin from Spain, issued during the reign of Charles IV (1788-1802), features an interesting design element. On the obverse side, the coin bears the image of the king, while the reverse side features the Spanish coat of arms, surrounded by the inscription "VTRA QUE VNUM" which means "United they stand". This design symbolizes the unity of the Spanish kingdoms under the rule of Charles IV.