© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
2 Escudos - Philip V Seville mint; cross; 4th type
| Gold (.917) | 6.8 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1720-1726 |
| 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#107427 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross in quatrefoil.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✤ HISPANIARUM ✤ REX ✤ S ✤ J ✤ 2 ✤ 1721
Translation: King of the Spains
Interesting fact
The 2 Escudos coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Philip V (1720-1726) at the Seville mint, features a unique design element - a cross on the reverse side. This cross is not only a symbol of Christianity, but it also serves as a marker of the coin's authenticity. The cross was added to the coin's design to prevent counterfeiting, as it was difficult to replicate the intricate details of the cross without the proper tools and expertise. This feature, along with the coin's gold content and weight, makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
