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8 Maravedis - Philip IV countermarked
Copper | 4.5 g | 25 mm |
Issuer | Spain |
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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 |
Numista | N#68083 |
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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 |
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1641 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Maravedis - Philip IV (countermarked) 1641-1642 coin.