© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
2 Escudos - Philip V Madrid mint; 1st portrait
1729 year| Gold (.917) | 6.8 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1729 |
| Value | 2 Escudos (32) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 6.8 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#107430 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INITIUM SAPIENTIÆ TIMOR DOMINI
❀ M ❀
Translation: The beginning of wisdom is the fear of God
Interesting fact
The 2 Escudos coin from Spain, minted in 1729 during the reign of Philip V, has an interesting feature. It has a unique "secret mark" on the reverse side, which is a small letter "M" etched into the coin's design. This letter represents the Madrid mint, where the coin was produced. This mark was added to distinguish coins minted in Madrid from those minted in other cities, and it has become a sought-after feature among collectors.
