8 Escudos - Philip V 1732-1747 front 8 Escudos - Philip V 1732-1747 back
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8 Escudos - Philip V

 
Gold (.917) 27.07 g 37 mm
Description
Issuer
New Spain (Mexico)
King
Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1732-1747
Value
8 Escudos (128)
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
27.07 g
Diameter
37 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#15096
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Spain royal coat of arms surrounded by lettering.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
8
MF
Mo Mo
INITIUM SAPINTIAE TIMOR DOMINI

Translation: The beginning of wisdom is the fear of God.

Comment

Diameter varies between 36.5 and 37.5 mm.

Interesting fact

The 8 Escudos coin from New Spain (Mexico) made of Gold (.917) weighing 27.07 g is a rare and valuable coin, with only a limited number minted during Philip V's reign from 1732-1747. It is considered a prized collector's item among numismatists and historians, and its value can reach up to $10,000 or more, depending on its condition and rarity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1733 F - - - - - -
1736 MF - - - - - -
1739 MF - - - - - -
1740 MF - - - - - -
1742 MF - - - - - -
1743 MF - - - - - -
1744 MF - - - - - -
1746 MF - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Escudos - Philip V 1732-1747 coin.