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2 Reales - Charles IV
| Silver (.896) | 6.7682 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Bolivia |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1789-1791 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1574-1825) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Weight | 6.7682 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#82059 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Crowned arms between pillars. Legend with value, monogram of Mint and engraver's letters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPAN·ETIND·REX·PTS·2R·P·R·
Edge
Chained
Interesting fact
The 2 Reales coin from Bolivia, minted during the reign of Charles IV (1789-1791), is interesting because it was made of silver (.896) and weighs 6.7682 grams. This coin was used as standard circulation currency in Bolivia during that time, and its design features the image of Charles IV on one side and the Bolivian coat of arms on the other. The use of silver in the coin's composition adds to its historical significance, as silver was a valuable and widely used metal in currency production during that era.
