2 Escudos - Charles III 1778-1788 front 2 Escudos - Charles III 1778-1788 back
2 Escudos - Charles III 1778-1788 photo
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2 Escudos - Charles III

 
Gold (.904) 6.7668 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Bolivia
King
Charles III (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1778-1788
Value
2 Escudos (32)
Currency
Real (1574-1825)
Composition
Gold (.904)
Weight
6.7668 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#61925
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Crowned arms divide value, surrounded by collar of the Order of the Golden Fleece.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IN·UTROQ·FELIX· ·AUSPICE·DEO·
2 S
PTS· ·P·R·

Translation: 2 Escudos

Interesting fact

The 2 Escudos coin from Bolivia, minted during the reign of Charles III (1778-1788), is a rare and valuable coin due to its gold content (.904) and limited mintage. It is considered a prized collector's item among numismatists and can fetch high prices at auctions.