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8 Escudos - Philip V Colonial Cob Coinage
| Gold (.917) | 27.0674 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1701-1746 (1701-1747) |
| Value | 8 Escudos (128) |
| Currency | Real (1568-1858) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 27.0674 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Cob |
| Technique | Hammered (cob) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#46601 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned pillars of Hercules set on ocean waves.
Script: Latin
Comment
Calicó 454.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Escudos - Philip V (Colonial Cob Coinage) 1701-1746 (1701-1747) from Peru is that it was minted using the "cob" method, which involved cutting off a lump of gold into a rough shape and then stamping it with a die to create the coin's design. This method was used because the colonies did not have access to advanced minting technology at the time, and it resulted in coins with a unique, irregular shape and a rustic, handmade appearance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1708 LH | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1712 LM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1726 LM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1738 LN | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1741 LV | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1745 LV | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1746 LV | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Colonial Cob Coinage) 1701-1746 (1701-1747) coin.
