8 Escudos - Charles III 1761 front 8 Escudos - Charles III 1761 back
8 Escudos - Charles III 1761 photo
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8 Escudos - Charles III

1761 year
Gold (.917) 27.07 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
New Spain (Mexico)
King
Charles III (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1761
Value
8 Escudos (128)
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
27.07 g
Diameter
35 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#57663
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned shield in order chain

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NOMINA MAGNA SEQUOR
*M*Mo* *Mo*M*

Translation:
We follow the loftiest
*M*Mexico City* *Mexico City*M*

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos - Charles III 1761 coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during the reign of King Charles III of Spain, who was known for his efforts to reform and modernize the Spanish Empire. This coin, made of gold (.917) and weighing 27.07 grams, was a standard circulation coin during that time and was used in trade and commerce throughout the empire.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1761 MM - - - - - -

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