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2 Reales - Charles III
| Silver (.833) | 6 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1759-1771 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#17955 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Cross with castles and lions in angles in octolobe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · HISPANIARUM · REX · 1760
Translation: King of the Spains
Engraver: Tomás Francisco Prieto Martin
Comment
KM#388.1 Madrid mint
KM#388.2 Seville mint
Interesting fact
The 2 Reales coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Charles III (1759-1771), was part of a broader effort to standardize coinage across the Spanish Empire. Prior to this time, coins from different regions of the empire had varying weights, sizes, and metallic compositions, which made trade and commerce difficult. The introduction of the 2 Reales coin, which was made of silver (.833) and weighed 6 grams, helped to establish a standardized system of currency across the empire, facilitating economic transactions and promoting economic growth.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1760 MJP | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1761 MJP | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1759-1771 coin.
