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© Stacks Bowers
1 Real - Charles III
| Silver (.903) | 3.38 g | - |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1772-1784 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1616-1820) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 3.38 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#61399 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Spanish Coat of Arms flanked by crowned pillars with banner, surrounded with legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ·HISPAN·ET IND·REX·N·R·1R·V·J·
Interesting fact
The 1 Real coin from Colombia, minted during the reign of Charles III (1772-1784), features an interesting design element - the crown on the obverse side is adorned with a large, prominent pompom. This unique feature was added to symbolize the power and authority of the Spanish monarchy.
