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1 Real - Philip V Pattern
1732 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1732 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#349071 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned hemispheres flanked by pillars with legend around and date at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Mo VTRAQUE VNUM Mo
1732
Comment
According to the theories of Pablo Luna Herrera, the absence of the engraver's initials and value as well as its roundness indicate this trial piece would be considered a progress trial piece.Trial pieces exist for all the denominations of the pillar ("columnarias") coins.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Real - Philip V (Pattern) 1732 from New Spain (Mexico) made of Silver is an extremely rare coin, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted with a unique "tree trunk" design on the reverse side, which was meant to symbolize the abundance of natural resources in the New World. This design feature sets it apart from other coins of the same era and makes it highly sought after by collectors.
