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4 Reales - Ferdinand VII Laureate bust
| Silver (.812) | 13 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1812-1833 |
| Value | 4 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.812) |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#14869 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISPANIARIUM · REX ·
R 4
M GJ·
Translation:
King of the Spains
4 Reales
Engraver: Félix Sagau Dalmau de Galcerán
Comment
Cadiz mint KM#476.1
Madrid mint KM#476.2
Seville mint KM#476.3
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Reales - Ferdinand VII (Laureate bust) 1812-1833 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand VII, who ruled Spain from 1808 to 1833. During his reign, Spain experienced political instability, economic challenges, and military conflicts, including the Peninsular War against Napoleon's France. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a stable and widely used form of currency throughout Spain and its colonies.
