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2 Reales - Charles III
| Silver (.917) | 6.7667 g | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1760-1771 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1733-1859) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 6.7667 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#17223 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned hemispheres flanked by crowned pillars. With legend around and date at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UTRA QUE UNUM
• G • 1765 • G •
Translation:
Both as one
Guatemala 1765 Guatemala
Interesting fact
The 2 Reales coin from Guatemala, minted during the reign of Charles III (1760-1771), features an interesting design element - the crowned shield on the obverse (front) side of the coin, which represents the Spanish Empire's influence on the region.
