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4 Reales - Ferdinand VII Proclamation coinage
1808 year| Silver (.903) | 13.6 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1821) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1808 |
| Value | 4 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 13.6 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#68329 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend, date and value within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROCLAMADO
EN QUERETARO
POR SU ALFZ. RL.
D.PEDRO SEPTIEN
AÑO . 1808
*4R*
Translation: Proclaimed in Queretaro, by his Royal Ensign Don Pedro. September year 1808. 4 Reales
Edge
Milled.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Reales - Ferdinand VII (Proclamation coinage) 1808 from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil. The coin was issued in 1808, just a year before Mexico gained its independence from Spain, and it features an image of Ferdinand VII, who was the King of Spain at the time. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history that serves as a reminder of the complex and tumultuous period of Mexican history.
