© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
4 Maravedis - Charles III
| Copper | 5.5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1770-1788 |
| Value | 4 Maravedis (2⁄17) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#14857 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 23% |
Reverse
Cross of Don Pelayo with castles and rampant lions representing the Kingdoms of Castile and Leon, three fleurs-de-lis in a central oval representing the Bourbons and perimeter wreath.
Engraver: Tomás Francisco Prieto Martin
Edge
Pattern. Crosslines that form a tulip-like pattern.
Comment
KM#407.1 : Madrid mint
KM#407.2 : Segovia mint
Interesting fact
The 4 Maravedis coin from Spain, issued during the reign of Charles III (1770-1788), was the first coin to feature the iconic "Pillars of Hercules" design on its reverse side, which has since become a symbol of Spanish currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1775 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1781 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1788 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Maravedis - Charles III 1770-1788 coin.
