Mexico 8 Escudos - Fernando VI, 1747
Information
Country
Mexico
Mexico
Currency
Real
(1535 – 1897)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
8 Escudos
Year
1747
Ruler
Ferdinand VI
(1746–1759)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
27.0674
Demonetized
Yes
Description
8 Escudos from Mexico. Issued in 1747. Struck in Gold (.917). Measures 0 mm and weighs 27.07 g.
- Obverse
- "Big wig" bust right. (Fernando 6th King of Spain and the Indies by the grace of God)
- Reverse
- Spain coat of arms surrounded by chain and legend on outer circle. (The beginning of wisdom is the fear of God. MF 8 Escudos Mexico City * Mexico City)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | au | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1747 MF | — | € 22000,00 |
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