2 Reales - Charles III
| Silver (.903) | 6.75 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1772-1784 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 6.75 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#15061 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 26% |
Reverse
Hispanic arms
A pair of pillars separated by a crowned simple shield with lions, castles, pomegranate and three centralized Fleurs-de-Lis
Script: Latin
Lettering: ·HISPAN·ET IND·REX·oM·2R·F·M·
Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
Mexico City 2 Reales FM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Reales coin from New Spain (Mexico) made of Silver (.903) weighing 6.75g is that it was used as a form of currency in the 18th century, specifically during the reign of Charles III (1772-1784). It was a standard circulation coin and was widely used in trade and commerce during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1773 FM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1774 FM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1776 FM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1778 FF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1781 FF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1782 FF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1784 FF | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Reales - Charles III 1772-1784 coin.
