© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
8 Escudos - Philip V Segovia mint; 1st type
1708 year| Gold (.917) | 27 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1708 |
| 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#425712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in quatrefoil in inner dotted circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✤ HISPANIARUM ✤ REX ✤ 1708
Y
Translation: King of the Spains
Interesting fact
The 8 Escudos coin from Spain, minted in 1708 during the reign of Philip V, has an interesting feature. It has a unique "secret mark" on the reverse side, which is a small letter "S" etched into the shield of the coat of arms. This mark was added by the mint master, Juan de la Barrera, to indicate that the coin was minted at the Segovia mint. This secret mark was not commonly known until recent years, and its discovery has made the coin a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
