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8 Escudos - Charles III bust of Charles III, rat nose type
| Gold (.917) | 27.0674 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Chile |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1764-1772 |
| Value | 8 Escudos (128) |
| Currency | Real (1541-1817) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 27.0674 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#35195 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN UTROQ FELIX
AUSPICE DEO
So J
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos - Charles III (bust of Charles III, rat nose type) 1764-1772 from Chile is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Charles III, who was the first Spanish monarch to rule Chile directly, and it was minted at a time when Chile was still a Spanish colony. The coin's design features a bust of Charles III with a distinctive "rat nose" feature, which was a common design element in coins of the time period. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item and a symbol of Chile's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1764 So J | 43366 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1765 So J | 39840 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1766 So J | 20369 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1767 So J | 30907 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1768 So A | 30100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1769 So A | 33548 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1770 So A | 36615 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1771 So A | 42192 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1772 So A | 12976 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (bust of Charles III, rat nose type) 1764-1772 coin.
