© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
4 Marevedis - Philip III Cuenca,chalice
| Billon | 6 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1600-1602 |
| Value | 4 Maravedis (2⁄17) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#135825 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Lion. Date in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPAN · REGNORUM · REX · 1600
Comment
Cuenca mintmark star above chaliceInteresting fact
The 4 Marevedis coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Philip III (1600-1602), features an image of a chalice on the reverse side. This chalice design was a common feature on coins from the Cuenca mint during this period, and it's believed to represent the city's reputation for producing high-quality glassware. The use of a chalice on the coin may have been a way to promote the city's craftsmanship and economic activities.
