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6 Maravedis - Philip IV countermarked
| Billon | 3.3 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip IV (1621-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1642 |
| Value | 6 Maravedis (3⁄17) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Countermarked, Roller milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#139361 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Line in circle. Legend around. Countermarked VI.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANIARVM REX 1618
Translation: King of the Spains
Comment
Interesting fact
The 6 Maravedis coin from Spain, issued during the reign of Philip IV in 1641-1642, has an interesting feature. It was countermarked with a small stamp of a castle, which was added to the coin as a way to verify its authenticity and value. This countermark was applied by the Spanish authorities in the Americas, specifically in Mexico and Peru, to ensure that the coin was genuine and not a counterfeit. This feature makes the coin particularly interesting to collectors and historians, as it highlights the efforts taken by the Spanish authorities to maintain the integrity of their currency during that time.
