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8 Escudos - Ferdinand VII Cadiz
1811 year| Gold (.875) | 27 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1811 |
| Value | 8 Escudos (128) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#104146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain with Golden Fleece collar.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN · UTROQ · FELIX · · AUSPICE · DEO
8 S
· C · · CI ·
Unabridged legend:
In Utroque Felix Auspice Deo
8 Escudos
Translation: Happy in both (worlds), under the gaze of God
Engraver: Félix Sagau Dalmau de Galcerán
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos - Ferdinand VII (Cadiz) 1811 coin from Spain is that it was minted during the Peninsular War, a conflict that lasted from 1807 to 1814 between Spain and France. The coin was minted in the city of Cadiz, which was a stronghold of Spanish resistance against French occupation. The coin's design features an image of Ferdinand VII, who was the King of Spain at the time, and the inscription "Ferdinandus VII Dei Gratia" meaning "Ferdinand VII, by the grace of God." Despite the turmoil of the war, the coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1811 C | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Escudos - Ferdinand VII (Cadiz) 1811 coin.
