© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
8 Reales - Charles II milled
| Silver (.931) | 27 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1696-1697 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Roller milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#23584 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Quartered arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISPANIARVM + REX
+ 1697 +
Translation: King of the Spains
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Spain, minted between 1696 and 1697, features an interesting fact: it was one of the first coins to use a milled edge, which was a new technology at the time. The milled edge was created by using a machine to cut grooves into the edge of the coin, rather than the traditional method of using a hammer and anvil to create a raised edge. This innovation made the coin more difficult to counterfeit and increased its durability.
