© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
1 Real - Philip III
1617 year| Silver (.917) | 2.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Majorca (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1617 |
| Value | 1 Real (0.1) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#109212 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diamond-shaped shield
Script: Latin
Lettering: MALORICARVM CATOLICVS
Interesting fact
The 1 Real coin from the Kingdom of Majorca, minted in 1617 during the reign of Philip III, was made of silver with a purity of .917, which is higher than the standard .900 purity used in many other silver coins of the time. This higher purity level made the coin more valuable and sought after by collectors.
