4 Reales - Philip V (Pattern) 1732 front 4 Reales - Philip V (Pattern) 1732 back
4 Reales - Philip V (Pattern) 1732 photo
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4 Reales - Philip V Pattern

1732 year
Silver 13.5337 g -
Description
Issuer
New Spain (Mexico)
King
Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746)
Type
Pattern
Year
1732
Value
4 Reales
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Silver
Weight
13.5337 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#352672
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned hemispheres in between pillars. With legend around and date at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VTRAQUE VNUM
Mo 1732 Mo

Comment

According to the theories of Pablo Luna Herrera, the absence of the engraver's initials and value as well as its roundness indicate this trial piece would be considered a progress trial piece.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 4 Reales - Philip V (Pattern) 1732 from New Spain (Mexico) made of Silver weighing 13.5337 g is a rare and unique coin that was minted as a trial piece, and only a few are known to exist, making it highly sought after by collectors.