© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
2 Escudos - Ferdinand VI Madrid
1749 year| Gold (.917) | 6.7 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VI (1746-1759) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1749 |
| Value | 2 Escudos (32) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 6.7 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#423808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOMINA MAGNA SEQUOR
* J * M * B *
Translation: We follow the greatest
Engraver: Tomás Francisco Prieto Martin
Comment
KM#376.1 Madrid mint
KM#376.2 Seville mint
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Escudos - Ferdinand VI (Madrid) 1749 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Ferdinand VI, who ruled Spain from 1746 until his death in 1759. During his reign, Spain was facing a number of challenges, including a declining economy, a growing national debt, and increased competition from other European powers. Despite these challenges, the 2 Escudos coin remained a popular and widely used denomination, and its gold content made it a valuable and sought-after currency.
