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8 Escudos - Charles III
| Gold (.901) | 27 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1771-1784 |
| Value | 8 Escudos (128) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.901) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#23501 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain with Golden Fleece collar.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN · UTROQ · FELIX · · AUSPICE · DEO ·
8 S
·M· ·P·J
Unabridged legend:
In Utroque Felix Auspice Deo
8 Escudos
Translation: Happy in both (worlds), under the gaze of God
Engravers: Tomás Francisco Prieto Martin, Antonio de Saa
Comment
KM#409.1 Madrid mint
KM#409.2 Seville mint
Antonio de Saa graveur of reverse in Seville
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Charles III (1771-1784), is that it was one of the first coins to feature a standardized design across different minting locations. Prior to this, coins from different regions of Spain often had unique designs, making it difficult to verify their authenticity. The standardization of the 8 Escudos coin helped to streamline the currency system and increase trust in the coinage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1772 MPJ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1774 MPJ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1775 MPJ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1778 MPJ | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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