Escudo - Charles II 1680-1700 front Escudo - Charles II 1680-1700 back
Escudo - Charles II 1680-1700 photo
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Escudo - Charles II

 
Gold (.917) 3.38 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Valencia (Spanish States)
King
Charles II (1665-1700)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1680-1700
Value
1 Escudo (11⁄10)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
3.38 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#108043
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms

Script: Latin

Lettering:
+ VALENTIAE · MAIOR · 1688
L L

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Escudo - Charles II 1680-1700 from Kingdom of Valencia (Spanish States) made of Gold (.917) weighing 3.38 g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Spain. The reign of Charles II (1665-1700) saw a significant increase in the production of gold and silver coins, as well as the establishment of new mints and the introduction of new coinage systems. This coin, in particular, was minted during a period of economic growth and cultural revival in the Kingdom of Valencia, and its design reflects the artistic and cultural influences of the time.