1742 SILVER 4 REALES MEXICO SPANISH COLONY

This exceptional 1742 silver 4 reales represents a significant piece of Spanish colonial numismatic history. Minted during the reign of Philip V, this coin exemplifies the craftsmanship and monetary standards of 18th-century Mexico. The 4 reales denomination was a principal trade coin of the era, widely circulated throughout the Spanish Empire and beyond. With its substantial silver content and historical provenance, this piece offers collectors both tangible precious metal value and authentic documentation of colonial commerce. The patina and wear patterns reflect genuine age and circulation, authenticating its period origin. An essential acquisition for serious numismatists focused on Spanish colonial coinage or Mexican monetary heritage.