2 Reales - Charles II (Segovia) 1683-1686 front 2 Reales - Charles II (Segovia) 1683-1686 back
2 Reales - Charles II (Segovia) 1683-1686 photo
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2 Reales - Charles II Segovia

 
Silver (.931) 6.8 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Charles II (1665-1700)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1683-1686
Value
2 Reales
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Silver (.931)
Weight
6.8 g
Diameter
26 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Roller milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#111679
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Cross with castles and lions in angles in octolobe.

Script: Latin

Lettering: HISPANIARVM + REX + 1684 +

Translation: King of the Spains

Comment

Varieties:

1683 BR (Cal#640) With Portugal arms on coat of arms.

1684 BR - 1686 BR (Cal#641 to 648) Without Portugal arms on coat of arms (Image of Cal#643; HISPANIARV + MREX +)

Interesting fact

The 2 Reales coin from Charles II's reign (1683-1686) was minted in Segovia, Spain, and features an image of the king on one side and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of silver (.931) and weighed 6.8 grams. What's interesting about this coin is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Spain, known as the "Great Crisis," which lasted from 1680 to 1685. Despite the economic challenges, the coin remained a stable currency and was widely used throughout the country.