© Fred Cherrygarden
© Fred Cherrygarden
8 Maravedis - Charles III
| Copper | 12 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1770-1788 |
| Value | 8 Maravedis (4⁄17) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#3954 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 33% |
Reverse
Cross of Don Pelayo with castles and rampant lions representing the Kingdoms of Castile and Leon, three fleurs-de-lis in a central oval representing the Bourbons and perimeter wreath.
Engraver: Tomás Francisco Prieto Martin
Comment
KM# 408.1 Madrid mint
KM# 408.2 Segovia mint
Interesting fact
The 8 Maravedis coin from Spain, issued during the reign of Charles III (1770-1788), was the first coin to feature the iconic "Pillar of Hercules" design, which has since become a symbol of Spanish currency and a popular motif in numismatics.
