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4 Escudos - Charles IV Colonial Milled Coinage
| Gold (.875) | 13.5337 g | - |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1791-1808 |
| Value | 4 Escudos (64) |
| Currency | Real (1568-1858) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 13.5337 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#46621 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Escudos - Charles IV (Colonial Milled Coinage) 1791-1808 from Peru is that it was minted during the Spanish colonial period in Peru, and it features the image of King Charles IV on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. This coin was used as a form of currency during this time period and was considered a valuable form of exchange. Additionally, the fact that it is made of gold (.875) and weighs 13.5337g makes it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists.
