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2 Escudos - Philip V Seville
| Gold (.917) | 6.8 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1730-1742 |
| 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#26179 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INITIUM SAPIENTIÆ TIMOR DOMINI
❀ S ❀ P ❀ J ❀
Translation: The beginning of wisdom is the fear of God
Comment
Varieties:
1930 (without assayer's initials)
1931 to 1942 (with assayer's initials)
Interesting fact
The 2 Escudos coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Philip V (1730-1742) in Seville, features an interesting fact. Despite being made of gold (.917) and weighing 6.8 grams, it was still used as a standard circulation coin, indicating the high value and widespread use of gold in the Spanish economy during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1732 SPA | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Escudos - Philip V (Seville) 1730-1742 coin.
