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4 Reales - Jose I Bonaparte
| Silver (.812) | 6 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Joseph Napoleon (1808-1814) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1808-1813 |
| Value | 4 Reales |
| Currency | Real de vellon (1808-1848) |
| Composition | Silver (.812) |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#26573 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 38% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISPANIARUM ET IND · REX.
M · A · I ·
4 R ·
Unabridged legend: Hispaniarum et Indiarum Rex
Translation: King of Spain and Indies
Engraver: Pedro González de Sepúlveda
Comment
KM#540.1 MadridKM#540.2 Seville
Interesting fact
The 4 Reales coin from Spain featuring Jose I Bonaparte was minted during a time of political turmoil in the country. In 1808, Spain was invaded by Napoleon's army, and Jose I Bonaparte, Napoleon's brother, was installed as the king of Spain. This coin was minted during his reign, which lasted until 1813. The coin's design features Jose I Bonaparte's profile on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. Despite the tumultuous period in which it was minted, the coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1810 MAI | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1811 MAI | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1812 SLA | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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