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2 Reales - Philip V Cuenca
| Silver (.833) | 6 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1718-1725 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#24330 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
Cross with castles and lions in angles in octolobe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✤ HISPANIARUM ✤ REX ✤ 1718
Translation: King of the Spains
Comment
Years 1719, 1720, 1724 and 1726 do not exist, even if wrongly listed in Krause catalogue.
Interesting fact
The 2 Reales coin from Philip V's reign (1718-1725) was the first coin to feature the iconic "Pillar of Hercules" design on the reverse side, which has since become a symbol of Spanish currency and a popular motif in numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1721 CA | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Reales - Philip V (Cuenca) 1718-1725 coin.
