© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
4 Escudos - Philip II OMNIVM
| Gold (.917) | 13 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1589-1597 |
| 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#368296 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPAN · REGNORVM · REX · 1597
Unabridged legend: Hispaniarum regnorum rex
Translation: King of all Spanish kingdoms
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Escudos - Philip II (OMNIVM) 1589-1597 coin from Spain is that it was minted during the reign of Philip II, who was also known as Philip the Prudent. He was a member of the House of Habsburg and ruled Spain from 1556 until his death in 1598. During his reign, he oversaw the Spanish Empire's expansion and strengthening, and he also played a significant role in the religious conflicts of the time, including the Inquisition and the Protestant Reformation. The coin's design features an image of Philip II on one side and the coat of arms of Spain on the other, symbolizing his role as the powerful and influential monarch of the time.
