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1 Real - Philip V Madrid

 
Silver (.833) 3 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1717-1745
Value
1 Real
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Silver (.833)
Weight
3 g
Diameter
21 mm
Thickness
0.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#24458
Rarity index
51%

Reverse

Cross with castles and lions in angles in octolobe.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✤ HISPANIARUM ✤ REX ✤ S ✤ 1726

Translation: King of the Spains

Edge

Milled

Comment

Flower like dividers between lettering (mintage 1740 JF):

Interesting fact

The 1 Real coin from Philip V's reign (1717-1745) was the first coin to feature the iconic "pillar and waves" design, which has become a symbol of Spanish currency. The design depicts two pillars representing the Pillars of Hercules, with waves crashing against them, symbolizing the kingdom's powerful navy and its connection to the sea. This design has been featured on many Spanish coins throughout history and remains a recognizable symbol of Spanish currency to this day.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1732 MJF 500731 - - - - - -
1733 MJF 182105 - - - - - -
1734 MJF 126973 - - - - - -
1735 MJF 628936 - - - - - -
1736 MJF 259413 - - - - - -
1737 MJF 89397 - - - - - -
1738 MJF 1542002 - - - - - -
1739 MJF 908985 - - - - - -
1740 MJF 974897 - - - - - -
1741 MJF 337953 - - - - - -
1742 MJA 104797 - - - - - -
1742 MJF 237776 - - - - - -
1743 MJA 270501 - - - - - -
1744 MAJ 153538 - - - - - -
1744 MJA 113036 - - - - - -
1745 MAJ 310310 - - - - - -

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