2 Reales - Fernando VII bust of Carlos IV
| Issuer | Chile |
|---|---|
| Year | 1808-1809 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1541-1817) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Weight | 6.7668 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | KM#66 |
| Obverse description | FERDIN VII DEI GRATIA 1809 |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | |
| Reverse description | Crowned arms and pillars |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | HISPAN ET IND REX So 2R FJ PLUS VLTRA |
| Edge | Chained |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
1808 So FJ - Includes KM# 59 - 54 000 1809 So FJ - - 41 000 |
| Numisquare ID | 2449282550 |
| Additional information |
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Historical Context: Struck in Chile from 1808-1809, this 2 Reales coin powerfully reflects the Spanish Empire's profound political upheaval. Issued under Fernando VII's nominal authority, it paradoxically features the bust of his father, Carlos IV. This anachronism highlights the chaotic power transition following Carlos IV's forced abd