8 Escudos - Charles III (Colonial Milled Coinage) 1784-1789 front 8 Escudos - Charles III (Colonial Milled Coinage) 1784-1789 back
8 Escudos - Charles III (Colonial Milled Coinage) 1784-1789 photo
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8 Escudos - Charles III Colonial Milled Coinage

 
Gold (.875) 27.0674 g -
Description
Issuer
Peru
King
Charles III (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1784-1789
Value
8 Escudos (128)
Currency
Real (1568-1858)
Composition
Gold (.875)
Weight
27.0674 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#46617
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos - Charles III (Colonial Milled Coinage) 1784-1789 from Peru 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 colonies in America. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the connection between the colonies and the mother country.