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8 Escudos - Ferdinand VII Traveling
| Gold (.875) | 27 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1813-1814 |
| Value | 8 Escudos (128) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#76005 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain with Golden Fleece collar.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN · UTROQ · FELIX · · AUSPICE · DEO
8 S
C· SF·
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 (Traveling) 1813-1814 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the Peninsular War, which was a conflict between Spain and France that lasted from 1807 to 1814. The war had a significant impact on the Spanish economy and led to a shortage of coinage, which made it necessary to produce new coins like the 8 Escudos to meet the demand for currency. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
