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20 Reales - Ferdinand VII
1833 year| Silver (.903) | 27 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1833 |
| Value | 20 Reales |
| Currency | Real de vellon (1808-1848) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#103188 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain with Golden Fleece collar.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REY DE ESPAÑA Y DE LAS INDIAS.
20. Rs.
· M · D·G·
Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
20 Reales
Engraver: Mariano González de Sepúlveda Salazar
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Reales - Ferdinand VII 1833 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Ferdinand VII, who ruled Spain from 1808 until his death in 1833. During his reign, Spain experienced significant political and social turmoil, including the Peninsular War, which lasted from 1807 to 1814 and pitted Spanish forces against Napoleon's army. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with its silver content and historical significance making it a unique piece of Spanish history.
