1 Real - Charles and Joanna ND (1515-1559) front 1 Real - Charles and Joanna ND (1515-1559) back
1 Real - Charles and Joanna ND (1515-1559) photo
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1 Real - Charles and Joanna ND

 
Silver 1.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Dominican Republic › Santo Domingo (1492-1821)
King
Charles I (1516-1555)
Queen
Joanna (Juana I) (1504-1555)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1515-1559
Value
1 Real
Currency
Real (1537-1822)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.5 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#294640
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Legend divided by acorns or clubs around crowned pillars dividing S and P, LV on banner

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CAR + OLVS + IHOANA + REI
P L.V S

Interesting fact

The 1 Real coin from the Dominican Republic featuring Charles and Joanna (1515-1559) is interesting because it was minted during the early years of Spanish colonization in the Americas. The coin's design features the royal couple on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the connection between the New World and the Old World. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver and weighs 1.5 grams suggests that it was a significant coin in terms of value and circulation during its time.