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2 Reales - Charles I ND
| Silver (.931) | 6.7999 g | - |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1535-1556) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1536-1541 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 6.7999 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#57635 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned pillars
Script: Latin
Lettering: *HISPANIARVM*ET*INDIARVM*
Translation: Of Spain and the Indies
Comment
NOTE: Formerly KM#11Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Reales coin from New Spain (Mexico) made of Silver (.931) weighing 6.7999 g is that it was minted during the reign of Charles I (1536-1541), who was the first king of Spain to issue coins in the Americas. This coin was part of a series of coins minted in Mexico City, which was an important center for coin production during the colonial period. The coin's design features the royal coat of arms on one side and the image of the Virgin Mary on the other, reflecting the religious and political influence of the Spanish crown in the region.
