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© A. H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd
4 Escudos Republic of Colombia
1826 year| Gold (.875) | 13.54 g |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Period | Gran Colombia (1819-1831) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1826 |
| Value | 4 Escudos (8) |
| Currency | Peso pre-decimal (1810-1847) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 13.54 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#183016 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fasces with crossed bow and arrow flanked by cornucopias.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BOGOTA
4 • S J • F
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Escudos coin from Colombia is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. In 1826, Colombia was still a young nation, having gained independence from Spain just a few years earlier in 1810. The country was facing challenges such as high inflation, political instability, and struggles over territorial control. Despite these challenges, the 4 Escudos coin was minted as a symbol of national pride and unity, and it remains a valuable piece of Colombian history to this day.
