© Stacks Bowers
1 Barillo Pattern; lead
1743 year| Lead | 5.04 g | - |
| Issuer | Philippines |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1743 |
| Value | 1 Barillo = 1⁄12 Real |
| Currency | Real (1700-1857) |
| Composition | Lead |
| Weight | 5.04 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#336592 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
AB monogram. Normal or inverted 7 in date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ANO DE 1743
AB
Translation: The year 1743.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Barillo coin from the Philippines, made of lead and weighing 5.04g, is a rare and unique piece of numismatic history. It was minted in 1743 during the Spanish colonial period and features a distinctive design that sets it apart from other coins of its time. Despite being made of a relatively soft metal like lead, the coin has managed to survive for centuries, providing a fascinating glimpse into the economic and cultural practices of the past.