4 Reales - Charles II 1678-1698 front 4 Reales - Charles II 1678-1698 back
4 Reales - Charles II 1678-1698 photo
© Banco de Mexico

4 Reales - Charles II

 
Silver (.931) 13.5399 g -
Description
Issuer
New Spain (Mexico)
King
Charles II (1665-1700)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1678-1698
Value
4 Reales
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Silver (.931)
Weight
13.5399 g
Shape
Cob
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#57646
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Legend around cross, lions and castles

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Reales coin from New Spain (Mexico) made of Silver (.931) weighing 13.5399g is that it was used as a form of currency in the Spanish colonies in the Americas during the 17th and 18th centuries. It was a widely used denomination and was often used for everyday transactions, such as buying goods and services. The coin's design featured the image of King Charles II of Spain, who ruled from 1678 to 1698, and the reverse side featured the coat of arms of New Spain. The coin's silver content and weight made it a valuable and reliable form of currency, and it played an important role in the economy of the Spanish colonies during that time.