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4 Escudos - Charles IV
| Gold (.875) | 13.5337 g | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1794-1801 |
| Value | 4 Escudos (64) |
| Currency | Real (1733-1859) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 13.5337 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#59891 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned arms shield flanked with value, surrounded by order chain, with legend around. With mint and initial at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN • UTROQ • FELIX • AUSPICE • DEO
4 S
• NG • • M •
Translation:
May God bless him with happiness in both.
4 Escudos
Nueva Granada M
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Escudos - Charles IV 1794-1801 coin from Guatemala is that it was minted during the Spanish colonial period and features the image of King Charles IV on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. Despite being made of gold, the coin was widely used in circulation and was considered a symbol of wealth and power in the region.
