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4 Maravedis - Charles V ND
| Billon | 4 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Dominican Republic › Santo Domingo (1492-1821) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1516-1555) |
| Queen | Joanna (Juana I) (1504-1555) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1542-1564 |
| Value | 4 Maravedis (2⁄17) |
| Currency | Real (1537-1822) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (weight and diameter vary) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#405255 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Legend around rampant lion left, F below.
Script: Latin
Unabridged legend: KAROLVS QVINTVS INDIARVM REX
Translation: CARLOS QUINTO REY DE LAS INDIAS
Engraver: Francisco Rodríguez
Comment
This coin may have been minted between 1542 and 1564, or posthumously between 1558 and 1564.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Maravedis coin from the Dominican Republic is that it was minted during the reign of Charles V, who was the King of Spain and the Holy Roman Emperor at the time. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, which were used to finance his military campaigns and administrative expenses. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it is now a rare and valuable collector's item due to its historical significance and the limited number of coins minted.
