2 Reales - Charles IV (bust of Charles IV) 1792-1808 front 2 Reales - Charles IV (bust of Charles IV) 1792-1808 back
2 Reales - Charles IV (bust of Charles IV) 1792-1808 photo
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2 Reales - Charles IV bust of Charles IV

 
Silver (.896) 6.7668 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Chile
King
Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1792-1808
Value
2 Reales
Currency
Real (1541-1817)
Composition
Silver (.896)
Weight
6.7668 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#35206
Rarity index
71%

Reverse

Crowned arms and pillars

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HISPAN ET IND REX
So 2R FJ
PLUS VLTRA

Edge

Chained

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles IV of Spain, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the Spanish Empire. This coin, minted in Chile, features a bust of Charles IV and was made of silver with a purity of .896, which was a common alloy used in coinage during that time period. Despite its age, this coin remains a valuable piece for collectors and historians, offering a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of Chile during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1792 So DA 14000 - - - - - -
1793 So DA 53000 - - - - - -
1794 So DA 58000 - - - - - -
1795 So DA 58000 - - - - - -
1796 So DA 66000 - - - - - -
1797 So DA 49000 - - - - - -
1798 So DA 30000 - - - - - -
1799 So DA 41000 - - - - - -
1800 So AJ 34000 - - - - - -
1801 So AJ 39000 - - - - - -
1802 So JJ 28000 - - - - - -
1803 So FJ 25000 - - - - - -
1804 So FJ 28000 - - - - - -
1805 So FJ 24000 - - - - - -
1806 So FJ 66000 - - - - - -
1807 So FJ 42000 - - - - - -
1808 So FJ 54000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Reales - Charles IV (bust of Charles IV) 1792-1808 coin.