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2 Reales - Ferdinand VI
Silver (.917) | 6.7682 g | 22 mm |
Issuer | Bolivia |
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King | Ferdinand VI (1746-1759) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1747-1760 |
Value | 2 Reales |
Currency | Real (1574-1825) |
Composition | Silver (.917) |
Weight | 6.7682 g |
Diameter | 22 mm |
Shape | Cob |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#82090 |
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Rarity index | 82% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Reales - Ferdinand VI 1747-1760 coin from Bolivia is that it was minted during the reign of King Ferdinand VI of Spain, who was also known as Ferdinand the Learned. He was a patron of the arts and sciences, and his reign saw significant cultural and economic developments in the Spanish colonies, including the introduction of new coinage systems. The 2 Reales coin was an important part of this system, serving as a standard unit of currency for everyday transactions.