1 Escudo - Philip V 1714-1715 front 1 Escudo - Philip V 1714-1715 back
1 Escudo - Philip V 1714-1715 photo
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1 Escudo - Philip V

 
Gold (.917) 3.3834 g 18.47 mm
Description
Issuer
New Spain (Mexico)
King
Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1714-1715
Value
1 Escudo (16)
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
3.3834 g
Diameter
18.47 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#53671
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Spain coat of arms.

Script: Latin

Comment

NOTE: Struck on specially prepared round planchets using well centered dies in excellent condition to prove the quality of the minting to the Viceroy or even to the King.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Escudo coin from New Spain (Mexico) made of Gold (.917) weighing 3.3834 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Philip V of Spain, who ruled from 1700 to 1746. This coin was minted specifically during his fifth regal year, which was from 1714 to 1715. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history, especially for numismatists who collect coins from the Spanish colonial period in the Americas.