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2 Reales - Philip II ND
| Silver (.931) | 6.7668 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Bolivia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1574-1579 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1574-1825) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 6.7668 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Cob |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#61948 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: + ET , INDIARVM , REX ,
Comment
Under Philipp II eight different assayers supervised the minting process in Potosi. Their marks (mostlythe first letter of the forename) will be seen on the obverse of the coin in combination of the letter "P" of Potosi (in that time Peru).Known assayers marks are: R, M , B , L, C, A and RL
Interesting fact
The 2 Reales coin from Bolivia, minted during the reign of Philip II (1574-1579), features an interesting design element - the presence of a small cross above the shield on the obverse side. This cross is known as the "Cross of the Order of the Golden Spur," which was a prestigious order of knighthood established by the Spanish monarchs. The inclusion of this cross on the coin signifies the connection between the Spanish colonial empire and the Catholic Church, and highlights the religious significance of the coin.
