4 Escudos - Ferdinand VII 1814-1824 front 4 Escudos - Ferdinand VII 1814-1824 back
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4 Escudos - Ferdinand VII

 
Gold (.875) 13 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Ferdinand VII (1808-1833)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1814-1824
Value
4 Escudos (64)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Gold (.875)
Weight
13 g
Diameter
29 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#26328
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Crowned coat of arms of Spain with Golden Fleece collar.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IN · UTROQ · FELIX · · AUSPICE · DEO
4 S
·M· ·GJ·

Unabridged legend:
In Utroque Felix Auspice Deo
4 Escudos

Translation: Happy in both (worlds), under the gaze of God

Engraver: Félix Sagau Dalmau de Galcerán

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Escudos - Ferdinand VII 1814-1824 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the country. Ferdinand VII was the king of Spain during this period, and his rule was marked by conflicts with the Spanish Constitution of 1812, which limited the power of the monarchy and established a constitutional monarchy. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a popular and widely used denomination during its time in circulation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1820 MGJ - - - - - -

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