© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
1 Real "Maria" - Charles II Seville
| Silver (.931) | 2.7 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1689-1690 |
| 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#134433 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
MA monogram of "Maria Type Coinage".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVTE PROTECTIO
1689
MA I R
Unabridged legend: Virtute Protectione
Translation: Protector of Virtue
Comment
Coin of type “Maria”, but with the old coat of arms.
For year 1689 assayer's letter exists in vertical and horizontal orientation.
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 physical and mental health, which was believed to be caused by a curse. Despite this, he managed to rule Spain for 26 years and implemented several important reforms, including the creation of a new coinage system that included the 1 Real coin.
