4 Escudos - Charles III (Madrid) 1761 front 4 Escudos - Charles III (Madrid) 1761 back
4 Escudos - Charles III (Madrid) 1761 photo
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4 Escudos - Charles III Madrid

1761 year
Gold (.917) 13 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Charles III (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1761
Value
4 Escudos (64)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
13 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#107472
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned coat of arms of Spain with Golden Fleece collar.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IN · UTROQ · FELIX · AUSPICE · DEO ·
JP· ·M·

Unabridged legend: In Utroque Felix Auspice Deo

Translation: Happy in both (worlds), under the gaze of God

Engraver: Tomás Francisco Prieto Martin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Escudos - Charles III (Madrid) 1761 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles III, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the Spanish government, as well as his attempts to reduce the power of the Church and the nobility. This coin was also minted during a period of economic growth and trade expansion for Spain, which saw the country become a major player in the global economy.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1761 MJP 3825 - - - - - -

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