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8 Reales - Charles III
| Silver (.896) | 27.0674 g | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1786-1787 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1733-1859) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Weight | 27.0674 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#17226 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned arms shield flanked by pillars with legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: • HISPAN • ET IND • REX • NG • 8R • M •
Unabridged legend: Hispaniarum Et Indiarum Rex
Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
Nueva Granada 8 Reales M
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Reales coin from Guatemala is that it was minted during the reign of Charles III, who was the King of Spain from 1759 to 1788. This coin was part of a series of coins that were minted to celebrate the king's reign and were used throughout the Spanish colonies in Central America, including Guatemala. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the connection between the colonies and the mother country.
