© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
2 Escudos - Charles II milled
| Gold (.917) | 6.8 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1683-1700 |
| Value | 2 Escudos (32) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 6.8 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Roller milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111207 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross in quatrefoil
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANIARVM · REX · 1683
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Escudos - Charles II (milled) 1683-1700 from Spain is that it was one of the first coins to feature a milled edge, which was a new technology at the time that helped to prevent counterfeiting. The milled edge was created by using a machine to cut grooves into the edge of the coin, making it difficult for counterfeiters to produce fake coins that looked authentic. This innovation helped to increase the security and trustworthiness of the coinage, and it paved the way for the use of milled edges on coins in other countries.
