Mexico 8 Reales - Carlos I, 1538
Information
Country
Mexico
Mexico
Currency
Real
(1535 – 1897)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
8 Reales - Carlos I
Year
1538
Ruler
Charles V (Karl V)
(1535–1540)
Composition
Silver (.850)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
27.18
Diameter (mm)
38
Demonetized
Yes
Description
8 Reales - Carlos I from Mexico. Issued in 1538. Struck in Silver (.850). Measures 38 mm and weighs 27.18 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned coat of arms above a pomegranate; gothic M with a rondule above and below on either side (mintmark)
- Reverse
- Crowned columns with assayer's mark (R) below and small cross at the top in place of the denomination.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1538) M R | — |
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