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8 Escudos - Charles III portrait of Ferdinand VI
| Gold (.917) | 27.0674 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1760-1771 |
| Value | 8 Escudos (128) |
| Currency | Real (1616-1820) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 27.0674 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#61405 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Coat of arms with Order chain surrounded by legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOMINA MAGNA SEQUOR
NR J
Translation:
I follow the names of the great
Popayán mint, engraver's initial "J"
Comment
Mintmarks:NR - mint of Santa Fe de Bogotá ("Nuevo Reino de Granada", the colony's name) - KM 38.1
PN - mint of Popayán - KM 38.2
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos coin from Colombia featuring Charles III (portrait of Ferdinand VI) is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in the country. The coin was minted between 1760 and 1771, a period during which Colombia was still a Spanish colony, but was also experiencing growing tensions between the Spanish colonial powers and the native population. This coin is a tangible reminder of the complex history of Colombia and the broader region, and serves as a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1760 NR JV | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1760 PN J | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1762 PN J | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1769 PN J | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1770 PN J | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (portrait of Ferdinand VI) 1760-1771 coin.
