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1 Escudo - Philip V Colonial Cob Coinage
| Gold (.917) | 3.3834 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1702-1745 |
| Value | 1 Escudo (16) |
| Currency | Real (1568-1858) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3.3834 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Cob |
| Technique | Hammered (cob) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#46598 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
The 1 Escudo coin from Peru, minted during the reign of Philip V (1702-1745) as part of the Colonial Cob Coinage, is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of gold (.917) and weighed 3.3834 grams. This coin was a significant denomination during the Spanish colonial period in Peru and was used for everyday transactions. Despite being minted over 300 years ago, some of these coins have survived and are now highly sought after by collectors and historians.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1703 LH | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Escudo - Philip V (Colonial Cob Coinage) 1702-1745 coin.
