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8 Escudos - Charles IV

 
Gold (.875) 27.07 g -
Description
Issuer
New Spain (Mexico)
King
Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1791-1808
Value
8 Escudos (128)
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Gold (.875)
Weight
27.07 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#15006
Rarity index
84%

Reverse

Crowned shield with order chain around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IN•UTROQ•FELIX•
•AUSPICE•DEO
•Mo• •FM•
8 S

Translation:
With happiness in both under the look of God
Mexico City FM
8 Escudos

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during the reign of Charles IV, who was the last Spanish monarch to rule over the Spanish colonies in the Americas. The coin was minted in 1791, just a few years before Mexico gained its independence from Spain in 1821. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history that serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of Mexico and its connection to the Spanish crown.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1791 FM - - - - - -
1792 FM - - - - - -
1793 FM - - - - - -
1794 FM - - - - - -
1796 FM - - - - - -
1797 FM - - - - - -
1798 FM - - - - - -
1799 FM - - - - - -
1800 FM - - - - - -
1802 FT - - - - - -
1804 TH - - - - - -
1805 TH - - - - - -
1806 TH - - - - - -
1808 TH - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Escudos - Charles IV 1791-1808 coin.