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 8 Escudos - Philip V
| Gold (.917) | 27.07 g | 37 mm | 
|   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 | 
|   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.