© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
4 Reales - Isabel II DIOS
| Silver (.812) | 6 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| Queen | Isabella II (1833-1868) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1834-1836 |
| Value | 4 Reales |
| Currency | Real de vellon (1808-1848) |
| Composition | Silver (.812) |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#69874 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain with Golden Fleece collar.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REYNA DE ESPAÑA Y DE LAS INDIAS.
4 RS.
· M · CR ·
Translation:
Queen of Spain and the Indies
4 Reales
Engraver: Mariano González de Sepúlveda Salazar
Comment
Krause lists 1836 B PS as KM#514, but the ending of the legend is DIOS like in KM#510Interesting fact
The 4 Reales coin from Spain, minted between 1834 and 1836 during the reign of Isabel II, features an unusual design element - the abbreviation "DIOS" (which means "God" in Spanish) appears on the coin's obverse, above the queen's crown. This was a departure from the traditional design used on Spanish coins, which typically featured the royal coat of arms or other symbols of state. The inclusion of "DIOS" on the coin was likely a nod to the queen's strong Catholic faith and her desire to emphasize the role of religion in Spanish society.
