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8 Escudos - Ferdinand VI Colonial Cob Coinage
| Gold (.917) | 27.0674 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VI (1746-1759) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1747-1750 |
| Value | 8 Escudos (128) |
| Currency | Real (1568-1858) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 27.0674 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Cob |
| Technique | Hammered (cob) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#46603 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos - Ferdinand VI (Colonial Cob Coinage) 1747-1750 from Peru is that it was minted using the "cob" method, which involved cutting off a section of a gold bar, weighing 27.0674 grams, and then stamping it with a die to create the coin. This method was used in the Spanish colonies in the Americas during the 18th century and resulted in coins with a unique, irregular shape.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1749 LR | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1750 LR | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Escudos - Ferdinand VI (Colonial Cob Coinage) 1747-1750 coin.
