4 Maravedis - Philip V (Segovia mint; 1st type) 1719 front 4 Maravedis - Philip V (Segovia mint; 1st type) 1719 back
4 Maravedis - Philip V (Segovia mint; 1st type) 1719 photo
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4 Maravedis - Philip V Segovia mint; 1st type

1719 year
Copper 8 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1719
Value
4 Maravedis (2⁄17)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Copper
Weight
8 g
Diameter
26 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#73439
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Crowned lion with scepter and saber with two balls representing the two worlds at his feet.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VTRVNQ ✣ VIRT ✣ PROTEGO
✣ 1719 ✣

Unabridged legend: Utrumque Virtum Protego

Translation: Protector of Virtue

Interesting fact

The 4 Maravedis coin from Philip V's reign was the first coin to feature the iconic "pillar and wave" design, which would become a hallmark of Spanish coinage for centuries to come.