© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
½ Escudo - Philip V Madrid mint; 1st type
1738 year| Gold (.906) | 1.75 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1738 |
| Value | ½ Escudo (8) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.906) |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#425603 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INIT · SAPIENT · TIM · D ·
M JF
Unabridged legend: Initium Sapientae Timor Domini
Translation: The beginning of wisdom is the fear of God
Comment
Varieties:
Krause Catalog indicates the same Type (KM#361.1) for this year 1738 as for the following years (1742-1746) of the Madrid Mint, but this year is different in design and, above all, in the obverse and reverse lettering.
1738 (Type 1) 1742-1746 (Type 2)
Interesting fact
The ½ Escudo coin from Spain, minted in 1738 during the reign of Philip V, has an interesting feature. It was made with a unique blend of gold (90.6%) and other metals, which was a common practice during that time period. This coin was also one of the smallest gold coins minted by Spain, weighing only 1.75 grams. Despite its small size, it was still considered a valuable currency and was widely used in trade and commerce.
