4 Escudos - Charles III (portrait) 1772-1784 front 4 Escudos - Charles III (portrait) 1772-1784 back
4 Escudos - Charles III (portrait) 1772-1784 photo
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4 Escudos - Charles III portrait

 
Gold (.901) 13.534 g -
Description
Issuer
Peru
King
Charles III (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1772-1784
Value
4 Escudos (64)
Currency
Real (1568-1858)
Composition
Gold (.901)
Weight
13.534 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#69691
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Escudos - Charles III (portrait) 1772-1784 from Peru made of Gold (.901) weighing 13.534 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Charles III of Spain, who was known for his efforts to reform the Spanish Empire and promote economic growth. The coin's design features a portrait of the king on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the power and influence of the Spanish monarchy at the time.