© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
4 Reales - Philip II Segovia
| Silver (.931) | 13 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1587-1598 (1566-1598) |
| Value | 4 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#131832 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Castles an lions in angles of cross in octolobe. Date on top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ET INDIARVM REX 1587
Translation: and Indias
Interesting fact
The 4 Reales coin from Philip II's reign was used as a standard unit of currency in Spain and its colonies, and it was also widely used in international trade. It was known as the "Piece of Eight" because it was divided into eight smaller units, each called a "bit." This coin was so widely used that it became a standard unit of account, and it was used to price goods and services in many different countries.
