8 Escudos - Charles III 1762-1771 front 8 Escudos - Charles III 1762-1771 back
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8 Escudos - Charles III

 
Gold (.917) 27.0674 g 37.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Colombia
King
Charles III (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1762-1771
Value
8 Escudos (128)
Currency
Real (1616-1820)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
27.0674 g
Diameter
37.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#61402
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Coat of arms with Order chain surrounded by legend

Script: Latin

Lettering:
·IN·UTROQ·FELIX· ·AUSPICE·DEO·
NR· ·JV

Translation: In one and the other world happy under God's eye

Comment

Mintmark NR - mint of Santa Fe de Bogotá ("Nuevo Reino de Granada", the colony's name)

Interesting fact

The 8 Escudos coin from Colombia, minted during the reign of Charles III (1762-1771), is a rare and valuable coin that is highly sought after by collectors. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted using the gold that was brought from the mines of California, which was a Spanish colony at that time. This coin is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Colombia and is considered a prized possession among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1764 NR JV - - - - - -
1766 NR JV - - - - - -

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 1762-1771 coin.