西班牙. 卡洛斯四世. 8 Reales 1793 Mexico FM

Spain – Mexico – 8 Reales – 1793 M° F.M. – Charles IV – XF – Silver (.903)

A cornerstone of global silver history.

This 1793 Mexico City 8 Reales of Charles IV is not simply a large silver crown — it is the very foundation of late 18th-century international trade and the direct ancestor of the U.S. dollar.

Few coins carry this level of historical weight, silver substance, and collector prestige.

Struck in 1793 at the Mexico City Mint (M°) under King Charles IV, this iconic Spanish colonial crown features:

Obverse: Draped bust of Charles IV facing right with full royal legend and date.
Reverse: Crowned Spanish shield flanked by the Pillars of Hercules and motto PLUS ULTRA, with denomination 8R and assayers F.M.

These coins circulated across Europe, the Americas, and Asia — widely accepted as legal tender worldwide.

• Legal tender at time of issue: Yes
• Metal: Silver
• Silver fineness: .903 (90.3%)
• Weight: 27.07 grams
• Diameter: approx. 38–39 mm
• Assayers: F.M.
• Mint: Mexico City (M°)
• Catalogue reference: KM#109 (Standard Catalog of World Coins)
• High grade

This example shows strong remaining detail in both portrait and shield, with honest circulation wear consistent with the high grade.

No mounting traces or major structural damage observed.
Light surface marks and toning consistent with age and circulation.

Mintage figures for this year are not precisely documented, but Mexico City 8 Reales of the 1790s remain in strong demand among collectors and silver investors.

Intrinsic silver value provides a tangible floor, while collector demand adds premium potential — a compelling combination for serious buyers.

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High-grade 18th-century Mexico 8 Reales continue to attract global interest for their historical importance, investment appeal, and worldwide recognition.

A powerful addition to any serious world coin collection or silver investment portfolio.

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