Mexico 8 Escudos - Carlos IV, 1790
Numeral IIII, Carlos III portrait
Information
Country
Mexico
Mexico
Currency
Real
(1535 – 1897)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
8 Escudos
Year
1790
Ruler
Charles IV (Carlos IV)
(1788–1808)
Composition
Gold (.875)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
27.07
Diameter (mm)
37
Demonetized
Yes
Description
8 Escudos from Mexico. Issued in 1790. Struck in Gold (.875). Measures 37 mm and weighs 27.07 g.
- Obverse
- Armored bust of Charles III, right (Carlos 4th King of Spain and the Indies by the grace of God)
- Reverse
- Crowned shield flanked by 8 S in order chain (With happiness in both under the look of God 8 Escudos Mexico City FM)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1790 FM | — |
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