© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
4 Escudos - Philip V Seville mint; cross; 3rd type
| Gold (.917) | 13 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1712-1715 |
| Value | 4 Escudos (64) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#107451 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross in quatrefoil in inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✤ HISPANIARUM ✤ REX ✤ 1718
S M
4
Translation: King of the Spains
Comment
1701; KM#256 (Seville mint; cross; 1st type): Mintmark (S), assayer's initial (M) and face value (IIII) on obverse.
1701-1718; KM#257 (Seville mint; cross; 2nd type): Mintmark (S), assayer's initial and face value (4) on reverse.
1712-1715; KM#295 (Seville mint; cross; 3rd type): Mintmark (S), assayer's initial (M) and face value (IIII) on obverse and mintmark (S), assayer's initial (M) and face value (4) on reverse.
Interesting fact
The 4 Escudos coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Philip V (1712-1715), features a unique design element - a cross on the reverse side. This cross is not only a symbol of Christianity, but it also serves as a mintmark, indicating that the coin was produced at the Seville mint. This interesting fact highlights the blending of religious and monetary aspects in the design of the coin, reflecting the historical context and significance of the time period.
