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4 Reales

1852 year
Silver (.750) 13.4 g 32.5 mm
Description
Issuer
La Rioja (Argentine provinces)
Period
Confederate Province (1831-1853)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1852
Value
4 Reales
Currency
Real (1821-1860)
Composition
Silver (.750)
Weight
13.4 g
Diameter
32.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#28992
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PROV. DE LA RIOJA
9D. 1852 . B .

Engraver: José Barros (B)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Reales 1852 coin from La Rioja (Argentine provinces) is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Argentina. The country was facing a severe economic crisis, and the government was struggling to maintain stability. Despite these challenges, the minting of coins continued, and the 4 Reales coin remains a testament to the resilience and determination of the Argentine people during this period.