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1 Escudo - Philip III milled

 
Gold (.917) 3.4 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Philip III (1598-1621)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1607-1608
Value
1 Escudo (16)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
3.4 g
Diameter
19 mm
Thickness
0.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Roller milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#111200
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Cross in quatrefoil

Script: Latin

Lettering: HISPANIARVM · REX · 1608

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Escudo - Philip III (milled) 1607-1608 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Philip III, who was the King of Spain from 1598 to 1621. During his reign, Spain was facing economic challenges, including inflation and a decline in the value of its currency. The minting of this coin, which was made of gold and had a high purity level of .917, was likely an attempt to stabilize the economy and restore confidence in the currency. Despite these efforts, the coin's value fluctuated over time and it is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1608 C - - - - - -

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