1 Real - Charles II (Segovia mint; with Portugal arms) 1682-1683 front 1 Real - Charles II (Segovia mint; with Portugal arms) 1682-1683 back
1 Real - Charles II (Segovia mint; with Portugal arms) 1682-1683 photo
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1 Real - Charles II Segovia mint; with Portugal arms

 
Silver (.931) 3.4 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Charles II (1665-1700)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1682-1683
Value
1 Real
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Silver (.931)
Weight
3.4 g
Diameter
22 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Roller milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#111664
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Cross with castles and lions in angles in octolobe.

Script: Latin

Lettering: HISPANIARVM REX ✤ 1683 ✤

Translation: King of the Spains

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Real - Charles II (Segovia mint; with Portugal arms) 1682-1683 coin from Spain is that it features a unique design element - the presence of the Portugal arms on the coin. This is because Charles II, who ruled Spain at the time, was also the King of Portugal, and this coin was minted during a brief period of time when the two countries were united under a single monarch. This coin is a rare and interesting example of the shared history between Spain and Portugal, and it is a valuable collector's item for numismatists who specialize in European coins.