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4 Maravedis - Felipe V Barcelona
| Issuer | Spain |
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| Year | 1718-1720 |
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| Reference(s) | KM#303, Cal#1938 |
| Obverse description | Crowned quartered shield of Castile and León, displaying alternating castles and lions in the quarters with a central escutcheon bearing the fleurs-de-lis of the Bourbon dynasty. The Barcelona mint mark 'B' appears to the left of the shield, with the Roman numeral 'IIII' denoting the face value to the right. The royal crown surmounts the arms, and the surrounding legend reads PHILIP·V·D·G·HISPAN·REX·, affirming the authority of Philip V as King of Spain. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | A crowned reclining lion, facing left and holding an orb and sword, is depicted within a beaded inner circle, symbolising royal sovereignty and military might. The date of issue appears at the top of the inner circle. The surrounding legend VTRUNQ+VIRT+PROTEGO, meaning 'I protect both with valour', encircles the design in the outer field, referencing the dual kingdoms of Castile and Aragon under Bourbon rule. |
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