© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
½ Real - Philip II
| Silver (.931) | 1.7 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1588-1597 |
| Value | ½ Real |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#107686 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Quartered arms
Script: Latin
Lettering: PHILIPPVS II DEI GRATIA
Interesting fact
The ½ Real coin from Philip II's reign (1588-1597) was the first coin to feature the legend "Plus ultra," which means "further beyond" in Latin. This phrase was used to indicate the Spanish Empire's ambition to expand its territories beyond the pillars of Hercules (the modern-day Strait of Gibraltar), symbolizing the country's desire to explore and conquer new lands.
