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4 Escudos - Charles II
| Gold (.917) | 13.5337 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1696-1701 |
| Value | 4 Escudos (64) |
| Currency | Real (1568-1858) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 13.5337 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Cob |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#48039 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pillars and waves.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Escudos - Charles II 1696-1701 coin from Peru is that it was minted during the reign of Charles II, who was the last Habsburg king of Spain and the Indies. This coin was part of a series of gold coins that were minted to commemorate his reign and to promote trade and commerce in the Spanish colonies. The coin's design features an image of Charles II on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the connection between the Spanish monarchy and its colonies in the Americas.
