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1 Real - Philip V
| Silver (.917) | 3.25 g | - |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1729-1747 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1568-1858) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 3.25 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#47947 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Pillars and date between.
Lettering: PLVS VLTR
Interesting fact
The 1 Real coin from Peru, minted during the reign of Philip V (1729-1747), was part of a series of coins known as the "Pieces of Eight," which were widely used in the Spanish colonies in the Americas. These coins were made of silver and were divided into eight smaller units, known as "bits," which were used for smaller transactions. The 1 Real coin was equivalent to one-eighth of a Spanish dollar, and it was used extensively in trade and commerce throughout the Spanish colonies.
