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1 Escudo - Philip V Seville
| Gold (.917) | 3.4 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1729-1741 |
| Value | 1 Escudo (16) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#44664 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INITIUM SAPIENTIÆ TIMOR DOMINI
· S · P · A ·
Translation: The beginning of wisdom is the fear of God
Comment
Varieties:
1929 & 1930 (without assayer's initials)
1931 to 1941 (with assayer's initials)
Interesting fact
The 1 Escudo coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Philip V (1729-1741) in Seville, is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of gold (.917) and weighed 3.4 grams. This means that the coin was made of a high percentage of gold, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in Seville, Spain, adds to its historical significance, as Seville was an important center for coin production during the Spanish Empire.
