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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
8 Escudos - Philip V Cuenca
1725 year| Gold (.917) | 27 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1725 |
| Value | 8 Escudos (128) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#107476 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross in quatrefoil.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 🏵 HISPANIARUM 🏵 REX 🏵 CA 🏵 JJ 🏵 8 🏵 1725
Translation: King of the Spains
Interesting fact
The 8 Escudos coin from Spain, minted in 1725 during the reign of Philip V, has an interesting feature. It has a unique "Cuenca" design on the reverse side, which depicts the city of Cuenca surrounded by mountains and a river. This design was only used for a short period, making it a rare and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
