© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
4 Escudos - Ferdinand VI
| Gold (.917) | 13 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VI (1746-1759) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1747-1749 |
| Value | 4 Escudos (64) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#107455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOMINA MAGNA SEQUOR
J M B
Unabridged legend:
NOMINA MAGNA SEQUOR
* J * M * B *
Translation: We follow the greatest
Engraver: Tomás Francisco Prieto Martin
Comment
KM#375.1 Madrid mint
KM#375.2 Seville mint
Varieties:
There are different variants depending on the type of portrait and the coat of arms.
1747 MJ; 1747 SPJ; 1749 SPJ (KM#375.1; Cal#101 & KM#375.2; Cal#141 ; Cal#142)
1st portrait; 1st coat of arms
1748 MJB (KM#375.1; Cal#102)
2nd portrait; 2nd coat of arms
1749 MJB (KM#375.1; Cal#103)
2nd portrait; 1st coat of arms
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Escudos - Ferdinand VI 1747-1749 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Ferdinand VI, who ruled Spain from 1746 to 1759. During his reign, Spain experienced a period of economic growth and cultural revival, known as the "Age of Enlightenment." This period saw significant advancements in science, art, and literature, and the coinage of the time reflects this cultural and economic growth. The 4 Escudos coin, made of gold and weighing 13 grams, was a significant denomination and would have been used for large transactions and trade.
