8 Reales - Charles III (Colonial Milled Coinage) 1772-1784 front 8 Reales - Charles III (Colonial Milled Coinage) 1772-1784 back
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8 Reales - Charles III Colonial Milled Coinage

 
Silver (.903) 27.07 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Peru
King
Charles III (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1772-1784
Value
8 Reales
Currency
Real (1568-1858)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Weight
27.07 g
Diameter
39 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#43071
Rarity index
70%

Reverse

Crowned arms, pillars

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HISPAN • ET • IND • REX • LIMAE • 8R • J.M.
"PLUS VLTRA"

Edge

Smooth with alternating patterns (round and rectangular)Automatically translated

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Reales - Charles III (Colonial Milled Coinage) 1772-1784 from Peru is that it was minted during the reign of Charles III of Spain, who was known for his efforts to reform and modernize the Spanish colonies in America. The coin's design reflects this era of change, featuring a more modern and standardized design compared to earlier colonial coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1772 LIMAE JM - - - - - -
1773 LIMAE JM 4105000 - - - - - -
1774 LIMAE MJ 4208000 - - - - - -
1775 LIMAE MJ 4276000 - - - - - -
1777 LIMAE MJ - - - - - -
1778 LIMAE MJ - - - - - -
1779 LIMAE MJ - - - - - -
1782 LIMAE MJ 2 - - - - - -
1783 LIMAE MI - - - - - -

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 (Colonial Milled Coinage) 1772-1784 coin.