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1 Real - Ferdinand VI
| Silver (.917) | 3.3834 g | - |
| Issuer | Bolivia |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VI (1746-1759) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1747-1760 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1574-1825) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 3.3834 g |
| Shape | Cob |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#61930 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Lettering:
P I
(P)LV SLV T(RA)
q 757 P
Translation:
"P" for Potosi I (Roman numeral)
"PLVS VLTRA"= PLUS ULTRA= Further Beyond
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Real - Ferdinand VI 1747-1760 coin from Bolivia is that it was minted during the reign of King Ferdinand VI of Spain, who was also known as Ferdinand the Learned. He was a patron of the arts and sciences, and his reign saw significant cultural and economic advancements in the Spanish colonies, including Bolivia. The coin's design, which features an image of the king on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other, reflects the influence of Spanish culture and rule in Bolivia during this time period.
