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2 Reales - Ferdinand VII
| Silver (.896) | 6.7668 g | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1808-1810 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1733-1859) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Weight | 6.7668 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#59955 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Crowned arms shield flanked by pillars with legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: • HISPAN • ET IND • REX • NG • 2R • M •
Unabridged legend: Hispaniarum Et Indiarum Rex
Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
Nueva Granada 2 Reales M
Comment
Uses old Carlos IV dies.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Reales - Ferdinand VII 1808-1810 coin from Guatemala is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the Spanish colonial period, and Ferdinand VII was the King of Spain at the time. However, the coin was minted in Guatemala, which was then a Spanish colony, and it features the image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Guatemala on the other. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the complex political dynamics of the time.
