4 Escudos - Charles II (Barcelona) 1676-1699 front 4 Escudos - Charles II (Barcelona) 1676-1699 back
4 Escudos - Charles II (Barcelona) 1676-1699 photo
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4 Escudos - Charles II Barcelona

 
Gold 13 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Charles II (1665-1700)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1676-1699
Value
4 Escudos (64)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Gold
Weight
13 g
Diameter
29 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#134461
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Cross in quatrifoil

Script: Latin

Lettering: HISPANIARVM · REX · 1684

Interesting fact

The 4 Escudos coin from Charles II's reign (1676-1699) is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known to exist in good condition. It is made of gold and weighs 13 grams, making it a significant piece of numismatic history.