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2 Cruzados - Filipe II ND
| Gold (.9219) | 6.1 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Filipe II (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1598-1621 |
| Value | 2 Cruzados (800) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.9219) |
| Weight | 6.1 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#359906 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES
Translation: With this sign you will win
Comment
Interesting fact
The 2 Cruzados coin from Portugal, minted during the reign of Filipe II (1598-1621), is interesting because it was made of gold (.9219) and weighed 6.1 grams. This coin was a standard circulation coin, indicating that it was widely used and circulated among the population, and its gold content and weight would have made it a valuable and sought-after coin at the time.
