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8 Escudos - Charles IV bust of Charles III, CAROL IV
| Gold (.901) | 27.0674 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Chile |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1789-1791 |
| Value | 8 Escudos (128) |
| Currency | Real (1541-1817) |
| Composition | Gold (.901) |
| Weight | 27.0674 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#35200 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN UTROQ FELIX
AUSPICE DEO
8 S
So DA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos coin from Chile is that it was minted during the reign of Charles IV of Spain, who was also known as Charles III of Spain. This coin was minted in Chile, which was a Spanish colony at the time, and features the bust of Charles III on one side and the coat of arms of Chile on the other. The coin was made of gold (.901) and weighs 27.0674 grams. It was minted between 1789 and 1791, making it a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1789 So DA | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1790 SoDA | 42000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1791 So DA | 42000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (bust of Charles III, CAROL IV) 1789-1791 coin.
