© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
1 Real - Charles IV
| Silver (.896) | 3.3841 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Bolivia |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1789-1791 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1574-1825) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Weight | 3.3841 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#68295 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Crowned arms flanked by pillars.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · HISPAN · ETIND · REX · PTS · 1R · P · R ·
Translation: ... King of Spain and the Indies, Potosi 1 Real.
Edge
Smooth with inscription
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Real - Charles IV 1789-1791 coin from Bolivia is that it was minted during the reign of Charles IV, who was the last Spanish king to rule over the Spanish colonies in America, including Bolivia, which was then known as Upper Peru. 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 profile of Charles IV on one side and the coat of arms of Spain on the other, symbolizing the Spanish monarchy's influence and control over the region.
