© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
1 Real "Maria" - Charles II Madrid & Seville mints
| Silver (.931) | 2.7 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1690-1699 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111659 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Trilobed cross above MA monogram of "Maria Type Coinage".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVTE PROTECTIO
1691
R I
MA
Unabridged legend: Virtute Protectione
Translation: Protector of Virtue
Comment
KM#24.1 Madrid mint
KM#24.2 Seville mint
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Real "Maria" coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles II, who was known as "The Bewitched" due to his poor health and perceived lack of intelligence. Despite this, he managed to rule Spain for 40 years and implemented several important reforms, including the creation of a centralized bank and the establishment of a standardized coinage system, which included the 1 Real coin.
