4 Reales - Charles IV (Numeral IIII) 1791-1808 front 4 Reales - Charles IV (Numeral IIII) 1791-1808 back
4 Reales - Charles IV (Numeral IIII) 1791-1808 photo
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4 Reales - Charles IV Numeral IIII

 
Silver (.896) 13.5337 g -
Description
Issuer
Peru
King
Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1791-1808
Value
4 Reales
Currency
Real (1568-1858)
Composition
Silver (.896)
Weight
13.5337 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#46619
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles IV of Spain, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the Spanish Empire. This coin, minted in Peru, reflects the influence of Spanish colonialism in South America and the importance of silver in the global economy at the time.