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2 Escudos - Ferdinand VI
| Gold (.916) | 6.77 g |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VI (1746-1759) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1756-1760 |
| Value | 2 Escudos (32) |
| Currency | Real (1616-1820) |
| Composition | Gold (.916) |
| Weight | 6.77 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#121057 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Coat of arms surrounded by legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOMINA MAGNA SEQUOR
NR J
Translation:
I follow the names of the great
New Kingdom (Nuevo Reino de Granada), engraver's initial "J"
Comment
Mintmarks:NR - mint of Santa Fe de Bogotá ("Nuevo Reino de Granada", the colony's name) - KM 30.1
PN - mint of Popayán - KM 30.2
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Escudos - Ferdinand VI 1756-1760 coin from Colombia is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Ferdinand VI, who ruled Spain and its colonies from 1746 until his death in 1759. During this time, there was growing unrest in the Spanish colonies, particularly in South America, where many were seeking independence from Spanish rule. This coin was minted in the midst of this turmoil, and its production and distribution may have been affected by the political and economic instability of the time. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with its gold content and historical significance making it a unique piece of numismatic history.
