10 Reales - Isabel II 1840-1844 front 10 Reales - Isabel II 1840-1844 back
10 Reales - Isabel II 1840-1844 photo
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10 Reales - Isabel II

 
Silver (.903) 13 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
Queen
Isabella II (1833-1868)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1840-1844
Value
10 Reales
Currency
Real de vellon (1808-1848)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Weight
13 g
Diameter
29 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#103183
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned coat of arms of Spain with Golden Fleece collar.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REYNA DE LAS ESPAÑAS.
10. RS.
· M · C·L·

Translation:
Queen of the Spains
10 Reales

Engraver: Mariano González de Sepúlveda Salazar

Comment

Madrid KM#585.1
Seville KM#585.2

Interesting fact

The 10 Reales coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Isabel II (1840-1844), was known as the "Isabelino" and was widely used throughout the Spanish Empire, including in the Americas. It was made of silver (.903) and weighed 13 grams, making it a substantial coin that was valued for its durability and purity. Despite its widespread use, the coin was eventually replaced by smaller, lighter coins as the standard currency, but it remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.