4 Reales - Ferdinand VI

One interesting fact about the 4 Reales - Ferdinand VI 1747-1760 coin from Bolivia is that it was minted during a time of great change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand VI of Spain, who ruled from 1747 to 1760. During this time, the Spanish Empire was facing challenges from European powers and indigenous peoples in the Americas, and the coinage of the time reflects the shifting political and economic landscape. The 4 Reales coin, made of silver and weighing 13.5337 grams, was a standard circulation coin that was used throughout the Spanish colonies in South America, including present-day Bolivia. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item and a symbol of the rich history of the region.

• south america
• early modern
• modern
• spanish colony