© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
1 Escudo - Charles II Barcelona
| Gold (.917) | 3.38 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1671-1674 |
| Value | 1 Escudo (16) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3.38 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#427843 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross in quatrefoil.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · HISPANIARVM · R · 1674
Unabridged legend: Hispaniarum Rex
Translation: King of the Spains
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Escudo - Charles II (Barcelona) 1671-1674 coin from Spain is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of Barcelona, which was added to the obverse (front) side of the coin. This was done to indicate that the coin was minted in Barcelona, rather than in other mints across Spain. This feature makes the coin particularly interesting for collectors and historians, as it highlights the importance of regional minting and the diversity of coinage designs during that time period.
