2 Reales - Charles IV Proclamation coinage
1789 year| Bronze | 6.7 g | - |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1789 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.7 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#68322 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Legend, date and value within wreath.
Lettering:
PROCLAMA-
DO*EN*MEXI-
CO*AÑO*DE-
1789-
*2R*
Edge
Milled.
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 government, and this coin was part of a series of coins minted to commemorate his proclamation as king.
