2 Escudos - Philip V (bust left) 1723 front 2 Escudos - Philip V (bust left) 1723 back
2 Escudos - Philip V (bust left) 1723 photo
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2 Escudos - Philip V bust left

1723 year
Gold (.917) 6.77 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Majorca (Spanish States)
King
Philip IV (1700-1746)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1723
Value
2 Escudos (16⁄5)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
6.77 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#107689
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms

Script: Latin

Lettering: + MAIORICARVM · CATO

Interesting fact

The 2 Escudos coin from the Kingdom of Majorca featuring Philip V (bust left) and minted in 1723 is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time when the Kingdom of Majorca was under Spanish rule, and it features the Spanish king's image, highlighting the political and cultural ties between the two regions during that era.