4 Escudos - Carlos IV bust of Carlos III, CAROL IV
| Issuer | Chile |
|---|---|
| Year | 1789-1791 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 4 Escudos (64) |
| Currency | Real (1541-1817) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 13.5337 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | KM#41.1 |
| Obverse description | Bust of Charles III, date below |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | CAROL IV D G HISP ET IND R 1790 |
| Reverse description | Crowned arms |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | IN UTROQ FELIX AUSPICE DEO So DA |
| Edge | |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
1789 So DA - Includes KM# 33 - 1 020 1790 So DA - - 3 332 1791 So DA - Includes KM# 41.2 - 4 879 |
| Numisquare ID | 1931847310 |
| Additional information |
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Historical Context: The 4 Escudos of 1789-1791 from the Santiago mint in Chile marks a pivotal transition in Spanish colonial numismatics. Though bearing the legend CAROLUS IV, its obverse features the laureate bust of his predecessor, Carlos III. This 'mule' issue underscores the significant delay in transmitting new dies from Spain to its American territories following Carlos III's death in 1788 and Carlos IV's ascension. Such coins are vital for understanding