© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
2 Escudos - Philip V Madrid mint; cross; 1st type
| Gold (.917) | 6.8 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1701-1702 |
| Value | 2 Escudos (32) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 6.8 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#425698 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in quatrefoil.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ❀ HISPANIARUM ❀ REX ❀ 1701
Translation: King of the Spains
Interesting fact
The 2 Escudos coin from Spain, minted between 1701 and 1702, features a unique design element - a cross on the reverse side, which was a departure from the traditional shield design used on previous coins. This design change was implemented to commemorate the victory of the Spanish army over the French in the War of the Spanish Succession.
