8 Maravedis - Philip IV (countermarked) 1641-1642 front 8 Maravedis - Philip IV (countermarked) 1641-1642 back
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8 Maravedis - Philip IV countermarked

 
Copper 4.5 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Philip IV (1621-1665)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1641-1642
Value
8 Maravedis (4⁄17)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Copper
Weight
4.5 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Milled, Countermarked
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1 January 1870
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#68083
Rarity index
39%

Reverse

Number VIII with the mint MD, Madrid

Script: Latin

Lettering: VIII

Comment


mintmark T for Toledo (Ankh shaped T)

Interesting fact

The 8 Maravedis coin from Spain, issued during the reign of Philip IV (1641-1642), features a unique countermark, which is a small stamp or marking added to the coin after it was minted. This countermark was used to verify the coin's authenticity and value, and it's a distinctive feature that sets this coin apart from other coins of the same era.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1641  - - - - - -

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