© Banco de Mexico
© Banco de Mexico
8 Escudos - Charles III
| Gold (.917) | 27.07 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1760-1761 |
| Value | 8 Escudos (128) |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#57662 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield in order chain
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOMINA MAGNA SEQUOR
*M*No* *Mo*M*
Translation:
We follow the loftiest
*M*Mexico City* *Mexico City*M*
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during the reign of Charles III, who was the King of Spain from 1759 to 1788. This coin was minted in 1760-1761 and features an image of Charles III on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of gold (.917) and weighed 27.07 grams. It was a standard circulation coin and was used as a medium of exchange in Mexico and other Spanish colonies.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1760 MM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1761 MM | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Escudos - Charles III 1760-1761 coin.
