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8 Escudos - Charles III (Low gold)

🇪🇸 Spain · 8 Escudos - Charles III (Low gold) · 1497–1817
Regular
Weight27 g
Diameter36 mm
Composition87.50% Gold
ReferenceKM# 409.1a, 409.2a, Cal# 64, 67, etc., Aureo# 1973, 1975, etc.
Collector's Key World IDCKW-ESP-417

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What is a 1786 Spain 8 Escudos - Charles III (Low gold) made of?
0.875 Gold, weighing 27 g.
What is the melt value of a 1786 Spain 8 Escudos - Charles III (Low gold)?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1786 Spain 8 Escudos - Charles III (Low gold) a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.