8 Reales - Charles III 1785-1789 front 8 Reales - Charles III 1785-1789 back
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8 Reales - Charles III

 
Silver (.896) 27.07 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
New Spain (Mexico)
King
Charles III (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1785-1789
Value
8 Reales
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Silver (.896)
Weight
27.07 g
Diameter
39 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#74914
Rarity index
62%

Reverse

Crowned arms shield flanked by pillars.

Script: Latin

Lettering: •HISPAN•ET IND•REX•Mo•8R•F•M•

Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
Mexico City 8 Reales FM

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Reales coin from New Spain (Mexico) made of Silver (.896) 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 (1785-1789). 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
1786 FM - - - - - -

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 1785-1789 coin.