100 Escudos "Centén" - Philip III 1609-1618 front 100 Escudos "Centén" - Philip III 1609-1618 back
100 Escudos "Centén" - Philip III 1609-1618 photo
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100 Escudos "Centén" - Philip III

 
Gold (.917) 340 g 71 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Philip III (1598-1621)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1609-1618
Value
100 Escudos (1600)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
340 g
Diameter
71 mm
Thickness
5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Roller milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#111217
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Cross in quatrefoil

Script: Latin

Lettering: HISPANIARVM · REX · 1609

Interesting fact

The 100 Escudos "Centén" coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Philip III (1609-1618), is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of gold (.917) and weighed a substantial 340 grams. This makes it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.