© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
2 Reales - Karolus II
1669 year| Silver (.931) | 6.75 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Aragon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1669 |
| Value | 2 Reales (0.2) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 6.75 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#110793 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Aragon
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ CAROLVS · II · DEI G ·
CA II
Unabridged legend:
Carolus II, Dei gratia
Çaragoça II reales
Translation:
Charles II, by the grace of God
Zaragoza
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Reales - Karolus II 1669 coin from the Kingdom of Aragon is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Aragon, which is surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was used during the reign of King Charles II, also known as Charles the Bewitched, who ruled from 1665 to 1700. The inclusion of the shield and wreath on the coin was a way to symbolize the kingdom's power and authority.
