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4 Maravedis - Philip III hammered
| Copper | 3.3 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1602-1620 (1598-1621) |
| Value | 4 Maravedis (2⁄17) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#44448 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 54% |
Reverse
Circle containing a lion to left
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANIARVM REX 1602
Translation: King of the Spains
Comment
KM#6.1 BurgosKM#6.3 Cuenca
KM#6.4 Madrid
KM#6.5 Segovia
KM#6.6 Toledo
KM#6.7 Valladolid
Interesting fact
The 4 Maravedis coin from Philip III's reign was the first coin to feature the legend "Plus ultra," which means "further beyond" in Latin. This phrase was used to indicate the Spanish Empire's expansion beyond the Pillars of Hercules (the modern-day Strait of Gibraltar), signifying Spain's growing influence and power in the world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1598-1621) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Maravedis - Philip III (hammered) 1602-1620 (1598-1621) coin.
