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2 Escudos - Charles IV
| Gold (.875) | 6.7668 g | - |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1791-1806 |
| Value | 2 Escudos (32) |
| Currency | Real (1616-1820) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 6.7668 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#61389 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Coat of arms with Order chain surrounded by legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN.UTROQ.FELIX. AUSPICE.DEO.
NR JJ
2 S
Translation: In one and the other world happy under God's eye
Comment
Mintmarks:NR - mint of Santa Fe de Bogotá ("Nuevo Reino de Granada", the colony's name)
P - mint of Popayán
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Escudos - Charles IV 1791-1806 coin from Colombia is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles IV, who was the last Spanish king to rule over the New Granada region, which included present-day Colombia. In 1806, the year the coin was minted, the Spanish Empire was facing challenges from independence movements in its American colonies, and the coin may have been minted as a way to assert Spanish authority and control over the region. Today, the coin is a valuable collector's item and a reminder of Colombia's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1791 P JF | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1791-1806 coin.
