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8 Reales - Philip IV
| Silver (.931) | 27.073 g | - |
| Issuer | Bolivia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip IV (1621-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1652-1667 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1574-1825) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 27.073 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#48584 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Different types of reverse lettering:
Type I
F 8 IIII
PL VSVL TRA
Type II
F 8 IIII
PLV SVL TRA
E E
Type III
F 8 IIII
PLV SVL TRA
E • E
Type IV
F 8 IIII
PLV SVL TRA
E 8 E
Type V
F 8 IIII
PLV SVL TRA
E 52 E
Type VI
HP
P 8 E
PLV SVL TRA
E 52 E
Type VII
HP
P 8 E
PLV SVL TRA
E 52 P
Type VIII
I•PH•6
P 8 E
PLV SVL TRA
E 52 E
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Bolivia, minted during the reign of Philip IV (1652-1667), is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Spanish colonies in South America, including Bolivia, which was then a part of the Viceroyalty of Peru. This coin was made of silver (.931) and weighed 27.073 grams, making it a substantial piece of currency for its time. Despite its age, some of these coins have been well-preserved and are now highly sought after by collectors, making them a valuable piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1652 P1-PH-6 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1653 P E-PH | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1654 P E-PH | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1655 P E-PH | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1660 P E | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1663 P E | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Reales - Philip IV 1652-1667 coin.
