Spain 8 Reales - Felipe II, 1566 – 1598
Valladolid
Information
Country
Spain
Spain
Currency
Real
(1497 – 1833)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
8 Reales - Felipe II
Year
1566 – 1598
Ruler
Philip II
(1556–1598)
Composition
Silver (.931)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
27
Diameter (mm)
37
Thickness (mm)
2
Demonetized
Yes
Description
8 Reales - Felipe II from Spain. Issued from 1566 to 1598. Struck in Silver (.931). Measures 37 mm and weighs 27 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned shield. Banner at left. Legend around. (Philip II by the grace of God)
- Reverse
- Castles and lions in angles of cross in octolobe (King of the Spains)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1566-1598) A | — | Cal#273 | ||
| ND (1566-1598) A | — | Cal#276 | ||
| ND (1566-1598) A | — | Cal#279 |
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