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4 Reales - Ferdinand VII Royalist coinage
| Silver (.700) | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Caracas (Venezuelan provinces) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1819-1820 |
| Value | 4 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1802-1830) |
| Composition | Silver (.700) |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#59800 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross divides castles and lions. With value at top and bottom and King's initial and number at sides.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
4
F 7
4
Translation:
4 Reales
Fernando 7th
4 Reales
Comment
C#7.1 - In cross Lion - Castle at top.C#7.2 - In cross Castle - Lion at top.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in Venezuela. The Royalist coinage was issued by the Spanish colonial authorities in Caracas, while the Venezuelan provinces were fighting for independence. This coin is a symbol of the complex history of Venezuela and the struggles of its people for self-determination.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1819 BS | 18000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1820 BS | 29000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Reales - Ferdinand VII (Royalist coinage) 1819-1820 coin.