© Comptoir des Monnaies
© Comptoir des Monnaies
2 Escudos - Philip II
| Gold (.917) | 6.8 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1588-1597 (1556-1598) |
| Value | 2 Escudos (32) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 6.8 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#92598 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Cross in quatrofoil
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANIARVM REX
Interesting fact
The 2 Escudos coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Philip II (1556-1598), has an interesting feature. It has a unique "chop" or "cut" mark on the coin's edge, which was used to verify its authenticity. This mark was made by the mint officials who would take a small piece of the coin's edge and cut it off, creating a unique pattern that would identify the coin as genuine. This practice was common in the 16th century, and it helped to prevent counterfeiting.
