© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
8 Escudos - Charles II Segovia mint; 2nd type
| Gold (.917) | 27 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1682-1687 |
| Value | 8 Escudos (128) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Roller milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111216 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross in quatrefoil in inner dotted circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · HISPANIARVM · REX · 1687
Translation: King of the Spains
Comment
Varieties:
1682 & 1683 (Cal#34, 35 & 36) Coat of arms with escutcheon of Portugal
1687 (Cal#37 & 38) Coat of arms without escutcheon of Portugal
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles II, who was known as "the Bewitched" due to his physical and mental disabilities, which were believed to be caused by a curse. Despite his challenges, Charles II was able to rule Spain for 25 years and implement several important reforms, including the creation of a new coinage system that included the 8 Escudos coin.
