2 Reales - Philip II 1592 (1566-1598) front 2 Reales - Philip II 1592 (1566-1598) back
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2 Reales - Philip II

1592 (1566-1598) years
Silver 5 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Valencia (Spanish States)
King
Philip I (1556-1598)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1592 (1566-1598)
Value
2 Reales (0.2)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Silver
Weight
5 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#131834
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned shield in lozenge

Script: Latin

Lettering: + VALENCIA MAIORICARVM

Interesting fact

The 2 Reales coin from the Kingdom of Valencia, minted during the reign of Philip II (1566-1598), features an interesting fact. Despite being made of silver and weighing only 5 grams, it was still considered a standard circulation coin, indicating that the value of silver was relatively high during that time period. This highlights the historical significance of silver as a valuable resource and its use as a medium of exchange in the past.