4 Reales - Charles III 1760-1773 front 4 Reales - Charles III 1760-1773 back
4 Reales - Charles III 1760-1773 photo
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4 Reales - Charles III

 
Silver (.917) 13.54 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Bolivia
King
Charles III (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1760-1773
Value
4 Reales
Currency
Real (1574-1825)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
13.54 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Cob
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#65124
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Crowned pillars of Hercules and waves, value at top center

Lettering:
4
762

Interesting fact

The 4 Reales coin from Bolivia, minted during the reign of Charles III (1760-1773), was the first coin to feature the iconic Bolivian symbol, the llama, on its reverse side.