1 Real - Charles III 1772-1785 front 1 Real - Charles III 1772-1785 back
1 Real - Charles III 1772-1785 photo
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1 Real - Charles III

 
Silver (.903) 3.3834 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Guatemala
King
Charles III (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1772-1785
Value
1 Real
Currency
Real (1733-1859)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Weight
3.3834 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#17233
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Crowned arms shield flanked by pillars with legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: • HISPAN • ET IND • REX • G • 1R • P •

Unabridged legend: Hispaniarum Et Indiarum Rex

Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
Guatemala 1 Real P

Comment

KM#33.1 - G - Guatemala
KM#33.2 - NG - Nueva Guatemala

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Real - Charles III 1772-1785 coin from Guatemala is that it was minted during the reign of King Charles III of Spain, who was known for his efforts to reform the Spanish Empire and promote economic growth in the Americas. The coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its value and authenticity, reflecting the importance of trade and commerce in the region during that time.