© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
1 Escudo - Philip V 1st portrait ND
| Gold (.917) | 3.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Majorca (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip IV (1700-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1700-1746 |
| Value | 1 Escudo (8⁄5) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#109225 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms, tree at left
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAIORICARVM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip V, who was the first Bourbon king of Spain and ruled from 1700 to 1746. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, which featured a new portrait of the king and were made of gold with a purity of .917. The 1 Escudo coin was a standard circulation coin in the Kingdom of Majorca, which was a region of the Spanish States. Despite being a standard coin, it is now a rare and valuable collector's item due to its age and historical significance.
