目录
| 发行方 | Bolivia |
|---|---|
| 年份 | 1625-1648 |
| 类型 | Standard circulation coin |
| 面值 | 8 Reales |
| 货币 | Real (1574-1825) |
| 材质 | Silver |
| 重量 | 27.56 g |
| 直径 | 33 mm |
| 厚度 | 3 mm |
| 形状 | Cob |
| 制作工艺 | |
| 方向 | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| 雕刻师 | |
| 流通至 | |
| 参考资料 | KM#19a |
| 正面描述 | 8 real philippe IV, (1645-1648), Potosí, engraver R or TR, Tréflée. period of the great transition |
|---|---|
| 正面文字 | Latin |
| 正面铭文 | |
| 背面描述 | Lion with fur and tower. |
| 背面文字 | Latin |
| 背面铭文 | ANO 1645 ET INDIARUM |
| 边缘 | thick is irregular (3 mm) |
| 铸币厂 | |
| 铸造量 |
1625 P P - - 1626 P P - - 1626 P T - reported, not confirmed - 1627 P T - - 1628 P T - overpunch variety exists - 1629 P P - - 1629 P T - - 1630 P T - - 1631 P T - - 1632 P T - - 1633 P T - - 1634 P T - - 1635 P T - - 1636 P T - - 1636 P TR - - 1637 P TR - - 1638 P TR - - 1639 P TR - - 1640 P FR - - 1640 P TR - - 1641 P FR - - 1642 P FR - - 1643 P FR - - 1643 P T - - 1643 P TR - - 1644 P FR - - 1644 P T - - 1644 P TR - - 1645 P R - overdate variety exists - 1645 P T - - 1645 P T - `16455` date error - 1645 P TR - - 1646 P P - reported, not confirmed - 1646 P R - reported, not confirmed - 1646 P T - - 1646 P V - overpunch variety exists - 1647 P P - unique - 1 1647 P T - - 1647 P TR - - 1647 P Z - - 1648 P T - - 1648 P Z - overpunch variety exists - |
| Numisquare 编号 | 1104212260 |
| 附加信息 |
Historical Context: This 8 Reales coin from Potosí, Bolivia, dates to Philip IV's reign (1621-1665). The 1625-1648 period was critical for Potosí, supplying immense silver to the Spanish Empire. These "pieces of eight" financed Spain's wars and global trade, notably the Manila Galleons. As irregularly shaped "cob" coinage, they became the dominant international currency, underpinning the world economy and symbolizing Spain's vast imperial power.
Artistry: This coin exemplifies the "cob" coinage style, prioritizing rapid production over artistic refinement. No specific engravers are identified. The design is functional and symbolic: the Pillars of Hercules, often flanking waves, symbolize Spain's global reach. The reverse features a large cross potent, representing the Catholic monarchy. The obverse bears the crowned Habsburg shield. Due to crude striking, designs are frequently off-center, and complete legends are rarely preserved.
Technical/Grading: Technical assessment for "cob" coinage prioritizes legible identifying features. High-points for grading include the mint mark (P for Potosí), the assayer's initial, and any discernible date digits. Hand-cut flans are inherently irregular, and strikes are often weak or off-flan, making a full design impression uncommon. A well-graded example shows strong details on the Pillars of Hercules and the central cross, with minimal wear, despite the characteristic crudeness of manufacture.