© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
2 Reales - Philip II Granada
| Silver (.931) | 6.8 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1590-1598 (1566-1598) |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 6.8 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#131395 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Castles and lions in octolobe. Legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANIARVM REX
Translation: King of the Spains
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip II of Spain, who was also known as Philip the Prudent. He was a member of the House of Habsburg and ruled Spain from 1556 until his death in 1598. During his reign, he oversaw the Spanish Empire's expansion and strengthening, and his coinage reflects the wealth and power of the empire at that time. The 2 Reales coin, made of silver and weighing 6.8 grams, was a standard circulation coin during Philip II's reign and would have been used in everyday transactions throughout Spain and its colonies.
