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8 Reales - Charles III Colonial Milled Coinage

 
Silver (.896) 27.0674 g -
Description
Issuer
Peru
King
Charles III (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1785-1789
Value
8 Reales
Currency
Real (1568-1858)
Composition
Silver (.896)
Weight
27.0674 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#46614
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Crowned arms, pillars

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HISPAN • ET • IND • REX • LIMAE • 8R • M • I •
PLUS VLTRA

Unabridged legend: Hispaniarum et Indiarum Rex Limae 8 Reales M I

Translation: King of the Spains and the Indies 8 Reales MI

Edge

Smooth with alternating patterns (round and rectangular)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Reales - Charles III (Colonial Milled Coinage) 1785-1789 from Peru is that it was minted during the reign of Charles III of Spain, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the Spanish colonies in America. The coin's design, which features the king's portrait and the coat of arms of Spain, reflects the colonial power's influence on the currency of its territories.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1785 MI 2767000 - - - - - -
1786 MI - - - - - -
1787 MI 3318000 - - - - - -
1788 IJ 3467000 - - - - - -
1789 IJ 3500000 - - - - - -

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) 1785-1789 coin.