Obverse © mfguate – Reverse © Heritage Auctions
Obverse © mfguate – Reverse © Heritage Auctions
1 Real - Charles III
| Silver (.896) | 3.3834 g | - |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1785-1789 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1568-1858) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Weight | 3.3834 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#47949 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Crowned arms.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Real - Charles III 1785-1789 coin from Peru is that it was minted during the reign of Charles III, who was the King of Spain and the Indies at the time. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, which aimed to standardize the currency across the Spanish colonies. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the coat of arms of Spain on the other, symbolizing the connection between the Spanish Empire and its colonies in the Americas.
