© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
4 Escudos - Ferdinand VII Imaginary Bust
| Gold (.875) | 13.5337 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1821) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1809-1811 |
| Value | 4 Escudos (64) |
| Currency | Real (1568-1858) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 13.5337 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#393725 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned Spanish arms surrounded by order chain, flanked by value and legend on outer circle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN•UTROQ•FELIX• •AUSPICE•DEO
•LIMAE• •J•P•
Translation: Under the auspices of God there is happiness on both sides
Comment
This scarce issue is the only type of four escudos struck in the Spanish Empire in 1809.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an "imaginary bust" of Ferdinand VII, meaning that the portrait of the king on the coin was not based on a real person, but rather on an idealized image of what the king should look like. This artistic choice was not uncommon in coinage during that time period, and it adds a unique touch to the coin's design.
