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4 Maravedis - Philip IV
| Billon | 1.1 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip IV (1621-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1661-1664 |
| Value | 4 Maravedis (2⁄17) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#50546 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of Castile
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANIARVM·REX·1663
Edge
Plain
Comment
KM#156.1 BurgosKM#156.2 Coruna
KM#156.3 Cuenca
KM#156.4 Madrid
KM#156.5 Seville
KM#156.6 Valladolid
Interesting fact
The 4 Maravedis coin from Spain, issued during the reign of Philip IV (1661-1664), is interesting because it was made of Billon, a metal alloy that was commonly used for coins during that time period. Billon is a mixture of silver and copper, and it was used to create coins that were lighter in weight and had a lower silver content than pure silver coins. This made it easier for people to use the coins in everyday transactions, as they were more affordable and easier to handle. Additionally, the use of Billon in coins during this time period helped to reduce the cost of production for the mint, making it a more cost-effective option for the government.
