© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
4 Reales - Philip IV
| Silver (.931) | 13 g |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip IV (1621-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1621-1662 |
| Value | 4 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111683 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Cross with castles and lions in angles, in octolobe. Legend with date around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANIARVM REX 1639
Translation: King of Spain
Comment
KM#35.1 BurgosKM#35.2 Cuenca
KM#35.3 Granada
KM#35.4 Madrid
KM#35.5 Segovia
KM#35.6 Seville
KM#35.7 Toledo
KM#35.8 Valladolid
Interesting fact
The 4 Reales coin from Philip IV'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," which made it easy to use for small transactions. This coin was also used as a reference point for other currencies, and its value was tied to the value of silver.
