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8 Reales - Charles III
| Silver (.903) | 27.0674 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Chile |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1773-1789 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1541-1817) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27.0674 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#35197 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crowned arms and pillars
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISPAN ET IND REX
So 8R DA
PLUS VLTRA
Edge
Chained
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Reales coin from Chile is that it was minted during the reign of Charles III, who was the King of Spain from 1759 to 1788, and the King of the Spanish Indies from 1781 to 1788. This coin was minted in the Chilean city of Santiago in 1773, and it features an image of Charles III on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of silver with a purity of .903, and it weighs 27.0674 grams. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history, and it is highly sought after by collectors today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1773 So DA | 27000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1775 So DA | 8500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1776 /5 So DA | 18000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1777 So DA | 26000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1778 So DA | 74000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1779 /8 So DA | 99000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1780 So DA | 75000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1781 So DA | 105000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1782 So DA | 60000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1783 /2 So DA | 74000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1784 So DA | 128000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1785 So DA | 130000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1786 So DA | 149000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1787 So DA | 183000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1788 So DA | 187000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1789 So DA | 188000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1773-1789 coin.
