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2 Reales - Ferdinand VII Draped bust; DEI · G ·
Silver (.812) | 6 g | 26 mm |
Issuer | Spain |
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King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1833) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1810-1812 |
Value | 2 Reales |
Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
Composition | Silver (.812) |
Weight | 6 g |
Diameter | 26 mm |
Thickness | 1 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#423193 |
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Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISPANIARIUM · REX ·
R 2
V GS
Translation:
King of the Spains
2 Reales
Engraver: Félix Sagau Dalmau de Galcerán
Comment
Traveling mint KM#474.2
Valencia mint KM#474.4
Varieties:
Although there are differences in the portrait of Ferdinand VII between both mints, it is considered the same type since it is a naked and draped bust and the legend coincides for both types.
KM#474.2 (Traveling mint of Catalonia)
KM#474.4 (Valencia mint)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Reales - Ferdinand VII (Draped bust; DEI · G ·) 1810-1812 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of political and economic turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand VII, who was the king of Spain from 1808 to 1833. During his reign, Spain was facing challenges such as economic instability, political unrest, and military conflicts, including the Peninsular War against Napoleon's France. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a stable currency and was widely used in trade and commerce.