© Banco de Mexico
© Banco de Mexico
2 Escudos - Charles III
| Gold (.917) | 6.7667 g | 22.68 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1762-1771 |
| Value | 2 Escudos (32) |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 6.7667 g |
| Diameter | 22.68 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#57651 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Without 2 S by crowned shield
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN•UTROQ•FELIX•
AUSPICE•DEO
•M•Mo•F•
Translation:
With happiness in both under the look of God
M•Mexico City•F
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Escudos - Charles III 1762-1771 coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles III, who was the King of Spain from 1759 to 1788, and it was minted at the Mexico City mint. During this time, Mexico was still a Spanish colony, and the coinage was used to facilitate trade and commerce within the colony and with other Spanish territories. The coin's gold content and its relatively high denomination made it a valuable and important coin in the local economy.
