© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
8 Reales - Philip V Seville mint; no initials
| Silver (.917) | 27 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1729-1730 |
| 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#107340 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross with castles and lions in octolobe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S ❀ HISPANIARUM ❀ REX ❀ S ❀ 1729 ❀
Translation: King of the Spains
Edge
Embossed pattern
Comment
No face value and assayers initials on obverse, mintmark “S” on reverse.
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Spain, minted in Seville in 1729-1730, features an interesting fact: it was part of a monetary reform implemented by King Philip V, who introduced a new currency system based on the silver standard, replacing the previous gold-based system. This coin, made of .917 silver and weighing 27 grams, was a significant change in the country's monetary policy and played an important role in Spain's economic history.
