© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
4 Reales - Charles II Segovia mint; without Portugal arms
| Silver (.931) | 13 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1684-1685 |
| Value | 4 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Roller milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#427000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with castles and lions in angles in octolobe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + HISPANIARVM + REX + 1684
Translation: King of the Spains
Comment
There are variants of ornaments delimiting the mintmark and/or assayer's initials.
Assayer initials: B and R entangled
Varieties:
1683 BR (Cal#542 & 543) With Portugal arms on coat of arms (other type, see link below).
1684 BR - 1685 BR (Cal#544 to 550) Without Portugal arms on coat of arms (this type).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Reales coin from Spain, minted between 1684 and 1685, is that it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the country. The coin was minted during the reign of Charles II, who was the last Habsburg king of Spain and ruled from 1665 until his death in 1700. During his reign, Spain experienced a number of challenges, including economic difficulties, military conflicts, and political instability. Despite these challenges, the 4 Reales coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout Spain and its colonies.
