8 Escudos - Ferdinand VI (2nd portrait) 1749 front 8 Escudos - Ferdinand VI (2nd portrait) 1749 back
8 Escudos - Ferdinand VI (2nd portrait) 1749 photo
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8 Escudos - Ferdinand VI 2nd portrait

1749 year
Gold (.917) 27 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Ferdinand VI (1746-1759)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1749
Value
8 Escudos (128)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
27 g
Diameter
36 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#107540
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned coat of arms of Spain with Golden Fleece collar.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NOMINA MAGNA SEQUOR
·M· ·JB·

Translation: We follow the greatest

Engraver: Francisco Sáez García

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos - Ferdinand VI (2nd portrait) 1749 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Ferdinand VI, who ruled Spain from 1746 until his death in 1759. During his reign, Spain experienced a period of economic growth and cultural revival, known as the "Age of Enlightenment." This period saw significant advancements in science, art, and literature, as well as the implementation of various economic and political reforms. The 8 Escudos coin, made of gold and weighing 27 grams, was a symbol of the country's growing prosperity and influence during this time.