4 Escudos - Charles IV 1789-1790 front 4 Escudos - Charles IV 1789-1790 back
4 Escudos - Charles IV 1789-1790 photo
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4 Escudos - Charles IV

 
Gold (.875) 13.5365 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Bolivia
King
Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1789-1790
Value
4 Escudos (64)
Currency
Real (1574-1825)
Composition
Gold (.875)
Weight
13.5365 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#82029
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned arms divide value, and surrounded by collar of the Order of the Golden fleece.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN UTROQ FELIX AUSPICE DEO

Interesting fact

The 4 Escudos coin from Bolivia, minted between 1789 and 1790, features an image of Charles IV on one side and the Bolivian coat of arms on the other. It was made of gold with a purity of .875 and weighed 13.5365 grams. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted during its production run.