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8 Reales - Philip V
| Silver (.917) | 27 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1727-1740 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#26164 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross with castles and lions in octolobe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ❀ HISPANIARVM ❀ REX ❀ 1728
Translation: King of the Spains
Edge
Embossed pattern
Comment
KM#336.1 Segovia mint
KM#336.2 Madrid mint
KM#336.3 Seville mint
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Philip V (1727-1740), 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.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1728 SP | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1729 F | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1729 MJJ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1734 MJF | 423419 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 MJF | 75369 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Reales - Philip V 1727-1740 coin.
