1 Real - Charles II (Segovia mint; without Portugal arms) 1684-1685 front 1 Real - Charles II (Segovia mint; without Portugal arms) 1684-1685 back
1 Real - Charles II (Segovia mint; without Portugal arms) 1684-1685 photo
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1 Real - Charles II Segovia mint; without Portugal arms

 
Silver (.931) 3.4 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Charles II (1665-1700)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1684-1685
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#111665
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross with castles and lions in angles in octolobe.

Script: Latin

Lettering: HISPANIARVM REX ✤ 1684 ✤

Translation: King of the Spains

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Real - Charles II (Segovia mint; without Portugal arms) 1684-1685 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles II, who was the last Habsburg king of Spain and ruled from 1665 until his death in 1700. During his reign, Spain was facing economic challenges, including inflation and a decline in the value of its currency. The minting of this coin, which was made of silver and had a relatively low denomination, was likely an attempt to address these economic issues and stabilize the currency. Despite these efforts, the coin is now a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a few known examples remaining in existence.