© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
8 Reales - Philip II Toledo
1597 (1566-1599) years| Silver (.931) | 27 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1597 (1566-1599) |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#135601 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross in octolobe
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANIARVM REX
Translation: King of the Spains
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Philip II (1566-1599), was known as the "Piece of Eight" and was widely used in international trade, particularly in the Americas and Asia, due to its high silver content and standardized design.
