Description
Charles IV of Spain (1788-1808), 1 Escudo, 1795, struck at Bogota, scarce mint mark, NR.
Obverse: CAROL IIII DG HISP ET IND R [Charles IV, King of Spain and India (America) by the grace of God] Reverse: AUSPICE DEO IN UTROQ FELIX [God’s happiness is found everywhere (on both sides of the ocean)]
Crowned shield of the Habsburg dynasty, with marks of the Bourbon dynasty (three lilies) in centre, marks of Castile (fortress) and Leon (lion) around; Shield surrounded by chain of order and order mark
