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

 
Silver (.931) 6.8 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Philip II (1556-1598)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1592-1598 (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
References
Numista
N#131391
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, in particular, was a widely used denomination during Philip's reign and was minted in several different cities across Spain, including Valladolid.