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½ Real - Philip II RI, with R ND
| Silver (.931) | 1.6917 g | - |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1568-1570 |
| Value | ½ Real |
| Currency | Real (1568-1858) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 1.6917 g |
| Shape | Cob |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#47911 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned pillars, R at the left and mint mark between the two pillars.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The ½ Real coin from Peru, minted during the reign of Philip II (1568-1570), features an interesting fact: it was made with a unique blend of silver and other metals, known as "Relleno" technique, which was used to create a silver-like appearance while reducing the amount of actual silver used in the coinage. This technique was employed to address the shortage of silver during that time period.
