Spanish real - Wikipedia
Silver 8-real coin of 1768 from the Potosí mint. The real (English: /ɹeɪˈɑl/ Spanish: /reˈal/) (meaning: "royal", plural: reales) was a unit of currency in Spain for several centuries after the …
Spanish colonial real - Wikipedia
The silver real (Spanish: real de plata) was the currency of the Spanish colonies in America and the Philippines. In the seventeenth century the silver real was established at two billon reales …
The 8 reales: the history of the 1st international coin that ...
Jan 9, 2023 · They were the 8 reales: specimens that served for domestic and international trade until after the independence of the colonies. Here are some facts about the origin, use and …
Spanish Colonial Silver Reales Coin Types - New World Treasures
The information provided should help in the identification of Spanish colonial silver reales coins by coin type, time period, and mint of manufacture. Pillar Type: The very first Spanish colonial …
Coin Value: Spain Spanish Colonial 1/2, 1, 2, 4, and 8 Reales ...
These old reales denominations are those that lead directly to American denominations of nickel (1/2 real), dime, quarter (2 reales), half, and dollar (8 reales) today. Gold coins with similar …
The History and Significance of Spanish Reales
Jun 13, 2024 · When collecting Spanish reales, it’s essential to be able to identify and authenticate these coins accurately. Key features to look for include the weight, silver content, …
How the 8 Reales Became A World Currency - CoinsWeekly
Apr 20, 2023 · They were the 8 reales: specimens that served for domestic and international trade until after the independence of the colonies. Here are some facts about the origin, use and …