4 Maravedis - Philip IV (Trujillo,tall bust) 1661-1664 front 4 Maravedis - Philip IV (Trujillo,tall bust) 1661-1664 back
4 Maravedis - Philip IV (Trujillo,tall bust) 1661-1664 photo
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4 Maravedis - Philip IV Trujillo,tall bust

 
Copper 2.3 g -
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Philip IV (1621-1665)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1661-1664
Value
4 Maravedis (2⁄17)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.3 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Roller milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#112786
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Castle

Script: Latin

Lettering: HISPANIARVM REX 1665

Interesting fact

The 4 Maravedis coin from Spain, featuring Philip IV with a tall bust, has a unique feature. It was minted in Trujillo, a city in the autonomous community of Extremadura, and was made of copper, weighing 2.3 grams. Interestingly, this coin was issued during a time when Spain was experiencing significant economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency. Despite these challenges, the 4 Maravedis coin remained a widely used denomination and was an important part of everyday transactions in Spain during the 17th century.