4 Escudos - Charles III
1765 year| Gold (.917) | 13.5337 g | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1765 |
| Value | 4 Escudos (64) |
| Currency | Real (1733-1859) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 13.5337 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#75099 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned arms
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN UTROQ FELIX AUSPICE DEO
Translation: May God bless him with happiness in both.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Escudos - Charles III 1765 coin from Guatemala is that it was minted during the reign of King Charles III of Spain, who was known for his efforts to reform the Spanish colonies in the Americas. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign that were meant to standardize currency across the Spanish colonies, and it features an image of the king on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other.
