© Banco de Mexico
© Banco de Mexico
4 Reales - Charles IV Numeral IV, Charles III portrait
| Silver (.903) | 13.54 g | 33.9 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1789-1790 |
| Value | 4 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 13.54 g |
| Diameter | 33.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#53712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned shield flanked by pillars with banner. Surrounded by legend, value, mint and assayer's initials.
NOTE: Mint mark M or Mo.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPAN * ET IND * REX * Mo * 4R * FM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles IV, who was the last Spanish monarch to rule over New Spain (now Mexico) before the Mexican War of Independence in 1810. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history, as it represents a pivotal moment in the transition from Spanish colonial rule to Mexican independence.
