© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
1 Escudo - Philip III
| Gold (.917) | 3.4 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1610-1618 (1610-1620) |
| Value | 1 Escudo (16) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111196 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross in quatrefoil, date above in legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANIARVM · REX · 1617
Comment
KM#42.1 MadridKM#42.2 Seville
Interesting fact
The 1 Escudo coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Philip III (1610-1618) and made of gold (.917) has a unique feature. It weighs 3.4 grams, which is relatively light for a gold coin of its size. This is because the coin was designed to be easily portable and accessible to the common people, making it a practical and functional currency for everyday transactions.
