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1772-1789 Colombia 8 Escudos Charles III Gold Coin AU (Random Year)
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1772-1789 Colombia 8 Escudos Charles III Gold Coin AU (Random Year)
Experience the grandeur of Spanish colonial gold with the 1772–1789 Colombia 8 Escudos Charles III Gold Coin AU (Random Year). Struck during the reign of King Charles III of Spain, this impressive gold coin contains approximately 0.7841 troy oz of .901 fine gold and carries a face value of 8 Escudos. Minted at the historic Casa de Moneda de Colombia, these coins circulated widely throughout the Spanish Empire and the Americas. Each piece is offered in Almost Uncirculated condition and selected at random from the years 1772 to 1789.
The 8 Escudos denomination, often referred to as a “Doubloon” was one of the most valuable and internationally recognized gold coins of the 18th century. Colombia, then part of the Viceroyalty of New Granada, played a crucial role in supplying gold to the Spanish crown. Coins struck at the Bogotá Mint were essential to global trade, facilitating commerce between Europe and the New World.
Coin Features:
- Made from .901 pure gold with a weight of 0.7841 troy oz
- Almost Uncirculated Condition
- Face value of 8 Escudos
- Minted at the Casa de Moneda de Colombia
- Obverse: Features a right-facing portrait of King Charles III, with the name of his heir and the year of mintage inscribed around the rim.
- Reverse: Displays the Coat of Arms along with the denomination.
The 1772–1789 Colombia 8 Escudos Charles III Gold Coin AU represents both substantial gold content and centuries-old heritage, making it a distinguished addition to any world gold or colonial-era coin collection.
Bullion Exchanges offers a wide range of world gold coins. Each order is carefully packaged for secure delivery. If you have any questions, our customer service team is happy to assist you.
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