Mexico ½ Grano - Carlos III, 1769
Pattern
Information
Country
Mexico
Mexico
Currency
Real
(1535 – 1897)
Coin type
Pattern
Denomination
½ Grano
Year
1769
Ruler
Charles III
(1759–1788)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Diameter (mm)
22
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Grano from Mexico. Issued in 1769. Struck in Copper. Measures 22 mm and weighs 0 g.
- Obverse
- Eagle on cactus with date below and legend above. (kingdoms crumble without me NOTE: Translation is a fantastic example of a pre-Independence movement feeling, as without the New Spain the Empire would collapse due to lack of richness and materials.)
- Reverse
- Spanish crowned coat of arms, flanked by value and denomination. With lettering around. (Charles III, King of the Indies)
- Edge
- Milled
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1769 Mo | — |
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