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12 Maravedis - Philip IV countermarked
1636 year| Billon | 6 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip IV (1621-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1636 |
| Value | 12 Maravedis (6⁄17) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#375665 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crowned lion in octolobe. Legend around between solid and beaded circles.
Countermark: XII
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1602·HISPAN·REGNORVM·REX·
XII
Comment
Interesting fact
The 12 Maravedis coin from Spain, issued during the reign of Philip IV in 1636, features a unique countermark, which sets it apart from other coins of its time. The countermark, a small stamp or symbol added to the coin after it was minted, was used to verify its authenticity and value. This particular countermark is a rare and interesting feature that makes the coin a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
