4 Escudos - Charles III 1769-1787 front 4 Escudos - Charles III 1769-1787 back
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4 Escudos - Charles III

 
Gold (.902) 13.5337 g -
Description
Issuer
Colombia
King
Charles III (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1769-1787
Value
4 Escudos (64)
Currency
Real (1616-1820)
Composition
Gold (.902)
Weight
13.5337 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#61401
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Coat of arms with Order chain surrounded by legend

Script: Latin

Lettering:
·IN·UTROQ·FELIX· ·AUSPICE·DEO·
4 S
P· ·SF

Translation: In one and the other world happy under God's eye

Comment

Listed as Hernández# 754-757.

Interesting fact

The 4 Escudos coin from Colombia, minted during the reign of Charles III (1769-1787), is a rare and valuable coin that collectors highly seek after. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted using the gold that was brought from the mines of California, which was a Spanish colony at that time. This coin is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Colombia and is considered a prized possession for any collector of numismatics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1776 P SF - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Escudos - Charles III 1769-1787 coin.