4 Escudos - Isabel II 1865-1868 front 4 Escudos - Isabel II 1865-1868 back
4 Escudos - Isabel II 1865-1868 photo

4 Escudos - Isabel II

 
Gold (.900) 3.3 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
Queen
Isabella II (1833-1868)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1865-1868
Value
4 Escudos
Currency
Escudo (1864-1873)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
3.3 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
0.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#18435
Rarity index
69%

Reverse

Crowned and draped coat of arms of Spain.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REINA DE LAS ESPAÑAS
* 4 Es. *

Translation:
Queen of the Spains
10 Escudos

Engraver: Luis Marchionni Hombrón

Edge

Reeded

Comment

KM#631.1 Madrid 6 pointed star
KM#631.2 Seville 7 pointed star

Interesting fact

The 4 Escudos coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Isabel II (1865-1868), was the first coin to feature the portrait of a Spanish monarch. This was a significant departure from the previous design, which featured the coat of arms of Spain. The change in design was intended to personalize the coinage and emphasize the role of the monarch in Spanish society.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1865  - - - - - -

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