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2 Escudos - Charles IV
| Gold (.875) | 6.7668 g | - |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1791-1808 |
| Value | 2 Escudos (32) |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 6.7668 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#28693 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Spain arms surrounded by chain and legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN•UTROQ•FELIX•
•AUSPICE•DEO•
•Mo• •FM•
Translation:
With happiness in both under the look of God
Mexico City FM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Escudos - Charles IV 1791-1808 coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during the Spanish colonial period in Mexico and features the image of King Charles IV on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. Despite being made of gold (.875), it was designed to be used as a circulating coin, indicating the wealth and prosperity of the Spanish Empire at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1808 TH | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Escudos - Charles IV 1791-1808 coin.
