8 Escudos - Charles III 1760-1762 front 8 Escudos - Charles III 1760-1762 back
8 Escudos - Charles III 1760-1762 photo
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8 Escudos - Charles III

 
Gold (.917) 27 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Charles III (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1760-1762
Value
8 Escudos (128)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
27 g
Diameter
36 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#107541
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned coat of arms of Spain with Golden Fleece collar.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· IN · UTROQ · FELIX · AUSPICE · DEO
JP· ·M·

Unabridged legend: In Utroque Felix Auspice Deo

Translation: Happy in both (worlds), under the gaze of God

Engraver: Tomás Francisco Prieto Martin

Comment

KM#397.1 Madrid mint
KM#397.2 Seville mint

Interesting fact

The 8 Escudos coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Charles III (1760-1762), is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was used as a means of payment for the Spanish military during the Seven Years' War. The coin's gold content and weight made it a valuable and reliable form of currency, and it played a significant role in financing Spain's military efforts during this time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1760 MJP 1003 - - - - - -

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