½ Real - Philip III 1609-1620 front ½ Real - Philip III 1609-1620 back
½ Real - Philip III 1609-1620 photo
© Banco de Mexico

½ Real - Philip III

 
Silver (.931) 1.6899 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
New Spain (Mexico)
King
Philip III (1598-1621)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1609-1620
Value
½ Real
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Silver (.931)
Weight
1.6899 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#57639
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Legend around cross, lions and castles

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Real coin from New Spain (Mexico) is that it was minted during the reign of Philip III, who was the King of Spain from 1598 to 1621. This coin was part of a series of coins that were minted during his reign, and it features an image of the king on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighs 1.6899 grams, making it a relatively small coin. Despite its small size, this coin is a valuable piece of history and a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.