© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
4 Escudos - Philip II
| Gold (.917) | 13 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1589-1598 (1566-1598) |
| Value | 4 Escudos (64) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#92550 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANIARVM REX
Translation: King of the Spains
Interesting fact
The 4 Escudos coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Philip II (1589-1598), has an interesting feature. It has a unique "chop" or countermark, which is a small stamped mark on the coin's edge. This chop was added to the coin to verify its authenticity and prevent counterfeiting. The chop features the letters "S" and "M" (for "Sigilla" and "Magna," meaning "seal" and "great," respectively) and a small cross, indicating that the coin was minted in the city of Segovia. This feature was used on many Spanish coins during this period and is a distinctive characteristic of the 4 Escudos coin.
