2 Reales - Philip II ND
| Silver (.931) | 6.7699 g | - |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1556-1598 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 6.7699 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#14991 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Legend around cross, lions and castles
Script: Latin
Lettering: :HISPANIARVM:ET:INDIARVM:R:
Translation: King of Spain and the Indies
Comment
NOTE: Formerly KM#31Interesting fact
The 2 Reales coin from New Spain (Mexico) made of Silver (.931) weighing 6.7699 g has an interesting fact that it was used as a currency in the Spanish colonies in the Americas during the 16th century, and it was also used as a trade coin with other countries, including China and the Philippines.
