1 Real "Maria" - Charles II (Segovia) 1686-1687 front 1 Real "Maria" - Charles II (Segovia) 1686-1687 back
1 Real "Maria" - Charles II (Segovia) 1686-1687 photo
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1 Real "Maria" - Charles II Segovia

 
Silver (.931) 2.7 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Charles II (1665-1700)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1686-1687
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
Roller milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#111666
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Trilobed cross above MA monogram of "Maria Type Coinage".

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VIRTVTE · PROTECTIONE
· 1686 ·
I R
MA

Translation: Protector of Virtue

Comment

KM#204.1 Segovia mint
KM#204.2 Seville mint, see KM#24.2

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 physical and mental disabilities. Despite his challenges, Charles II was able to rule Spain for 26 years and implement several important reforms, including the creation of a new coinage system that included the 1 Real coin.