$4,020.00 USD
– SOLDThe 1784/3 Bolivia Gold 8 Escudos was minted during the reign of King Charles III of Spain. This period was marked by significant colonial expansion and economic development in Spanish America. The coin was produced at the Potosí Mint, one of the most important mints in the Spanish Empire, known for its high-quality gold and silver coins.
The obverse features a right-facing bust of King Charles III, with the inscription "CAROL III D G HISP ET IND R," which translates to "Charles III, by the Grace of God, King of Spain and the Indies".
The reverse displays the crowned arms of Spain, flanked by the Pillars of Hercules, with the motto "IN UTROQ FELIX AUSPICE DEO," meaning "Happy under the auspices of God in both worlds". The reverse also includes the mint mark "PTS" for Potosí and the assayer's initials.
