© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
8 Reales "Maria" - Charles II
| Silver (.931) | 22 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1686-1699 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 22 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111690 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross above Ave Maria monogram
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MA R 8
VIRTVTE PROTECTIONE 1686
Comment
KM#41.1 MadridKM#41.2 Seville
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales "Maria" coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Charles II (1686-1699), was known as the "dollar of the Spanish colonies" and was widely used in the Americas, Asia, and Europe. It was also the first coin to bear the image of a monarch, King Charles II, and was named after his wife, Queen Maria Luisa.
