© Comptoir des Monnaies
© Comptoir des Monnaies
1 Real - Ferdinand VI
| Silver (.833) | 3 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VI (1746-1759) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1746-1759 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#26143 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 50% |
Reverse
Cross with castles and lions in angles in octolobe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ❀ HISPANIARUM ❀ REX ❀ 1751
Translation: King of the Spains
Edge
Embossed pattern
Comment
KM#369.1 Madrid mint
KM#369.2 Seville mint
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Real - Ferdinand VI 1746-1759 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand VI, who was the King of Spain from 1746 until his death in 1759. During his reign, Spain experienced a period of economic growth and cultural revival, known as the "Age of Enlightenment." This period saw significant advancements in science, art, and literature, and the coinage of the time reflects this cultural and economic growth. The 1 Real coin, made of silver and weighing 3 grams, was a widely used denomination during this time and remains a popular collector's item today.
