2 Escudos - Charles II 1675-1690 front 2 Escudos - Charles II 1675-1690 back
2 Escudos - Charles II 1675-1690 photo
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2 Escudos - Charles II

 
Gold (.917) 6.8 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Charles II (1665-1700)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1675-1690
Value
2 Escudos (32)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
6.8 g
Diameter
22 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#111203
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Cross in quatrefoil

Script: Latin

Lettering: HISPANIARVM · REX · 1686

Comment

KM#53.1 Granada
KM#53.2 Madrid
KM#53.3 Seville

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Escudos - Charles II 1675-1690 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the country. The coin was introduced during the reign of Charles II, who was known as "the Bewitched" due to his physical and mental disabilities. Despite these challenges, Charles II was able to implement various reforms and policies that helped to stabilize the Spanish economy and strengthen its currency. The 2 Escudos coin, made of gold (.917) and weighing 6.8 grams, was a symbol of the country's economic growth and stability during this time.