½ Real - Philip II ND
| Silver | 1.72 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Panama |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1580-1583 |
| Value | ½ Real |
| Currency | Real (1580-1583) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.72 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (cob) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#310147 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross of Jerusalem inside beaded border and legend surrounding
Script: Latin
Lettering: ET INDIARVM REX
Translation: And Indies King
Interesting fact
The ½ Real coin from Panama, minted during the reign of Philip II (1580-1583), was part of a series of coins known as "Pieces of Eight," which were widely used in the Spanish colonies in the Americas. These coins were made of silver and were divided into eight smaller units, known as "bits," which were used for smaller transactions. The ½ Real coin was equivalent to four bits, and it was a commonly used denomination in the Spanish colonies during that time.
