8 Reales - Charles III 1773-1789 front 8 Reales - Charles III 1773-1789 back
8 Reales - Charles III 1773-1789 photo
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8 Reales - Charles III

 
Silver (.903) 27.0674 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
Bolivia
King
Charles III (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1773-1789
Value
8 Reales
Currency
Real (1574-1825)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Weight
27.0674 g
Diameter
38 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#52832
Rarity index
54%

Reverse

Crowned coat of arms of Castile and León flanked by pillars of Hercules with motto on ribbon.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· HISPAN · ET IND · REX · PTS · 8 R · J · R ·
PLUS ULTRA

Unabridged legend: Hispaniarum et Indiarum rex, Potosi, 8 Reales.

Translation: King of the Spains and Indies.

Interesting fact

The 8 Reales coin from Bolivia, minted during the reign of Charles III (1773-1789), was the first coin to feature the iconic Bolivian symbol, the potosi eagle, on its reverse side. This eagle, which is still featured on Bolivia's coat of arms today, represents the country's rich history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1774 PTS JR - - - - - -
1775 PTS JR - - - - - -
1776 PTS JR - - - - - -
1777 PTS PR - - - - - -
1778 PTS PR - - - - - -
1779 PTS PR - - - - - -
1780 PTS PR - - - - - -
1781 PTS PR - - - - - -
1782 PTS PR - - - - - -
1785 PTS PR - - - - - -
1788 PTS PR - - - - - -

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.