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2 Maravedis - Charles II Hammered
| Copper | 6.2 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1680-1701 |
| Value | 2 Maravedis (1⁄17) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.2 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#38557 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 39% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms with lion.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISPANIARVM · REX
1696
Translation: King of the Spains
Comment
KM#5.1 Burgos. B
KM#5.2 Coruña. Scallop
KM#5.3 Cuenca. C
KM#5.4 Granada. G
KM#5.5 Linares. SL
KM#5.6 Madrid. MD
KM#5.7 Segovia. Aqueduct
KM#5.8 Seville. S
KM#5.9 Toledo. T
KM#5.10 Trujillo. TR
KM#5.11 Valladolid. VLL, VD or banners
Interesting fact
The 2 Maravedis coin was a significant denomination during the reign of Charles II, also known as Charles the Bewitched, who ruled Spain from 1665 to 1700. The coin was used extensively in trade and commerce, and its design featured the king's name and title in Latin, "Carolus II Dei Gratia," which means "Charles II, by the grace of God." The coin's reverse side featured the royal shield of Spain, surrounded by the Latin phrase "Hispaniarum Rex," meaning "King of the Spains." The coin's design was simple yet elegant, reflecting the aesthetic tastes of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1680 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Maravedis - Charles II (Hammered) 1680-1701 coin.
