½ Real - Philip IV
Silver (.924) | 1.16 g | - |
Issuer | Kingdom of Valencia (Spanish States) |
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King | Philip III (1621-1665) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1624-1650 |
Value | ½ Real (3⁄80) |
Currency | Libra |
Composition | Silver (.924) |
Weight | 1.16 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#109143 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arms divide date in inner circle
Script: Latin
Lettering: VALENCIA MAIORICA REX 1624
Interesting fact
The ½ Real coin from the Kingdom of Valencia, minted during the reign of Philip IV (1624-1650), was part of a series of coins known as the "columnarios" due to their design featuring a column on the reverse side, symbolizing the Pillars of Hercules and the motto "Plus ultra" (further beyond), which represented the Spanish Empire's expansion beyond the Strait of Gibraltar.