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2 Escudos - Ferdinand VII Laureate head
| Gold (.875) | 6.7 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1814-1833 |
| Value | 2 Escudos (32) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 6.7 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#44680 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain with Golden Fleece collar.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN · UTROQ · FELIX · · AUSPICE · DEO
2 S
·S· ·J·B·
Unabridged legend:
In Utroque Felix Auspice Deo
2 Escudos
Translation: Happy in both (worlds), under the gaze of God
Engraver: Félix Sagau Dalmau de Galcerán
Edge
Reeded
Comment
KM#483.1 MadridKM#483.2 Seville
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Escudos - Ferdinand VII (Laureate head) 1814-1833 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the country. Ferdinand VII was the king of Spain during this period, and his rule was marked by conflicts with the Spanish Constitution of 1812, which limited his powers and led to a period of political instability. Despite this, the coin still features a laureate head of Ferdinand VII, indicating that he was still recognized as the rightful monarch of Spain. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the complex political climate of 19th-century Spain.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1826 MAJ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1826 SJB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Escudos - Ferdinand VII (Laureate head) 1814-1833 coin.
