4 Reales - Philip II ND (1574-1586) front 4 Reales - Philip II ND (1574-1586) back
4 Reales - Philip II ND (1574-1586) photo
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4 Reales - Philip II ND

 
Silver (.931) 13.5337 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Bolivia
King
Philip II (1556-1598)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1574-1586
Value
4 Reales
Currency
Real (1574-1825)
Composition
Silver (.931)
Weight
13.5337 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Cob
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#233679
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Greek cross with castles and lions (Castilla y León)

Script: Latin

Lettering: + ET , INDIARVM , REX

Comment

P in obverse (left) stands for Potosí
B in obverse (left) stands for the assayer Juan de Ballesteros

°IIII in obverse (right) is the value in gotic style (4 reales)

Interesting fact

The 4 Reales coin from Bolivia, minted during the reign of Philip II (1574-1586), features a unique design element - a small image of the Sun God, Inti, on the reverse side. This symbol was an homage to the indigenous beliefs of the region and a nod to the rich cultural heritage of Bolivia.