8 Reales - Charles III
| Silver (.903) | 27.07 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1772-1789 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#15059 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 25% |
Reverse
Hispanic arms
A pair of pillars separated by a crowned simple shield with lions, castles, pomegranate and three centralized Fleurs-de-Lis
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPAN·ET IND·REX· Mo . 8R . FM
Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
Mexico City 8 Reales FM
Edge
Segmented reeding with dots between reeds
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Reales coin from New Spain (Mexico) made of Silver (.903) weighing 27.07 g is that it was used as a form of currency in the 18th century, specifically during the reign of Charles III (1772-1789). It was a standard circulation coin and was widely used in trade and commerce during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1773 FM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1774 FM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1775 FM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1776 FM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1779 FF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1780 FF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1781 FF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1782 FF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1783 FF | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Reales - Charles III 1772-1789 coin.
