4 Escudos - Charles III
| Gold (.875) | 13.54 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1785-1789 |
| Value | 4 Escudos (64) |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 13.54 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#15095 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crown above shield
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN•UTROQ•FELIX•AUSPICE•DEO
•FM• Mo•
Translation: With happiness in both under the look of God
Edge
Slant-reeded
Comment
KM#142.2a - Shield flanked by value. Mint and initials inverted.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Escudos coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during the reign of Charles III, who was the last Spanish king to rule over the Spanish colonies in the Americas. This coin was minted in 1785-1789, a time of great change and upheaval in the Spanish Empire, as the colonies were beginning to fight for their independence. Despite this, the coin still bears the image of Charles III and the Spanish crown, symbolizing the still-present Spanish influence in the region.
