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1 Real - Ferdinand VII Colonial Milled Coinage
| Silver (.896) | 3.3834 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1821) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1811-1824 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1568-1858) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Weight | 3.3834 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#43892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
Spanish coat of arms
Script: Latin
Lettering: ·HISPAN·ET IND·REX·LME·1R·J·P·
Engraver: Pablo Cano Melgarejo
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Real - Ferdinand VII (Colonial Milled Coinage) 1811-1824 from Peru is that it was minted during the Spanish colonial period in Peru, and it features the image of King Ferdinand VII of Spain, who ruled from 1808 to 1833. The coin was made of silver (.896) and weighs 3.3834 grams. Despite being minted in Peru, the coin's design and inscriptions are in Spanish, reflecting the colonial power's influence over the region. This coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the blending of cultures and the impact of colonialism on the region's currency.
