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4 Escudos - Charles III portrait of Ferdinand VI
| Gold (.916) | 13.5 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1760-1769 |
| Value | 4 Escudos (64) |
| Currency | Real (1616-1820) |
| Composition | Gold (.916) |
| Weight | 13.5 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#121606 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Coat of arms surrounded by legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOMINA MAGNA SEQUOR
PN J
Translation:
I follow the names of the great
Popayán mint, engraver's initial "J"
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Escudos coin featuring Charles III (portrait of Ferdinand VI) is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in Colombia. The coin was minted between 1760 and 1769, a period known as the "Age of Enlightenment" in Europe, which saw significant cultural, scientific, and philosophical advancements. However, this period also saw the rise of colonialism and the exploitation of resources in the Americas, which had a profound impact on the indigenous populations and the environment. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a symbol of the complex and often conflicting forces that shaped the modern world.
