2 Escudos - Charles IV
| Gold (.875) | 6.7667 g | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1794-1801 |
| Value | 2 Escudos (32) |
| Currency | Real (1733-1859) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 6.7667 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#17228 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned arms shield flanked with value, surrounded by order chain, with legend around. With mint and initial at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN · UTROQ · FELIX · · AUSPICE · DEO
2 S
· NG · · M ·
Translation:
May God bless him with happiness in both.
2 Escudos
Nueva Granada M
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Escudos - Charles IV 1794-1801 coin from Guatemala is that it was minted during the Spanish colonial period, and it features the image of King Charles IV of Spain, who reigned from 1788 to 1808. The coin was used as a form of currency in Guatemala during this time, and it is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
