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4 Escudos - Philip V
| Gold (.917) | 13.54 g | - |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1732-1747 |
| Value | 4 Escudos (64) |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 13.54 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#14981 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Spain coat of arms with value and assayer's initials at sides and legend all around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*MF* *4*
INITIUM SAPIENTIÆ TIMOR DOMINI
*Mo*
Translation:
MF 4 Escudos
The beginning of wisdom is the fear of God
Mexico City
Interesting fact
The 4 Escudos coin from New Spain (Mexico) made of Gold (.917) weighing 13.54 g is a rare and valuable coin, highly sought after by collectors. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Philip V of Spain, who ruled from 1732 to 1747. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the coat of arms of New Spain on the other. The 4 Escudos coin was widely used in trade and commerce during its time and was considered a symbol of wealth and prosperity. Today, it is a highly prized collector's item, with some mint-condition coins selling for thousands of dollars.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1735 MF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1739 MF | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Escudos - Philip V 1732-1747 coin.
