1 Real - Ioana and Carolus I ND (1550-1566) front 1 Real - Ioana and Carolus I ND (1550-1566) back
1 Real - Ioana and Carolus I ND (1550-1566) photo
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1 Real - Ioana and Carolus I ND

 
Silver (.931) 3.4 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
Queen
Joanna (Juana I) (1504-1555)
King
Charles I (1516-1555)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1550-1566
Value
1 Real
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Silver (.931)
Weight
3.4 g
Diameter
25 mm
Thickness
0.7 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#115287
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Yoke and arrows in circle. Legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: REX ET REGINA CAST LEGION A

Translation: King and Queen of Castile, Leon and Aragon

Interesting fact

The 1 Real coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Ioana and Carolus I (1550-1566), was made of silver (.931) and weighed 3.4 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of the Spanish currency system during that time, and it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of its era.