4 Escudos - Philip V (Madrid mint; cross, 2nd type) 1710 front 4 Escudos - Philip V (Madrid mint; cross, 2nd type) 1710 back
4 Escudos - Philip V (Madrid mint; cross, 2nd type) 1710 photo
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4 Escudos - Philip V Madrid mint; cross, 2nd type

1710 year
Gold (.917) 13.50 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1710
Value
4 Escudos (64)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
13.50 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#107434
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Cross in quatrefoil.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✤ HISPANIARVM ✤ REX ✤ 1710

Translation: King of the Spains

Interesting fact

The 4 Escudos coin from Spain, minted in 1710 during the reign of Philip V, has an interesting feature. It bears the Madrid mint's distinctive 'cross' design on the reverse, which was a unique characteristic of coins produced at this mint during that time.