8 Escudos - Philip V (Seville mint; cross, 3rd type) 1719-1729 front 8 Escudos - Philip V (Seville mint; cross, 3rd type) 1719-1729 back
8 Escudos - Philip V (Seville mint; cross, 3rd type) 1719-1729 photo
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8 Escudos - Philip V Seville mint; cross, 3rd type

 
Gold (.917) 27 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1719-1729
Value
8 Escudos (128)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
27 g
Diameter
38 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#26162
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Cross in quatrefoil.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✤ HISPANIARUM ✤ REX ✤ S ✤ J ✤ 8 ✤ 1726

Translation: King of the Spains

Interesting fact

The 8 Escudos coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Philip V (1719-1729) at the Seville mint, features a unique design element - a cross on the reverse side. This cross is known as the "Cross of the Order of the Golden Fleece" and was added to the coin's design to signify the king's membership in the prestigious Order of the Golden Fleece. This coin is made of gold (.917) and weighs 27 grams.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1723 SJ - - - - - -
1729 SP - - - - - -

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 (Seville mint; cross, 3rd type) 1719-1729 coin.