Groat - Charles II bust variant

€110,656.00
IssuerCatalonia, Principality of
Year1693-1698
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1 Groat (3⁄20)
CurrencyLibra
CompositionSilver (.931)
Weight2.9 g
Dimensions20 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Cal#669, KM#50
Obverse descriptionBust left. Legend around, in beaded circle.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringCAROL·II·D·G·HISP·REX
(Translation: Charles II king of the Spains by the grace of God)
Reverse descriptionLong cross divides legend, annulet in second and third angles, three bezants in first and fourth angles. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringBARCINO CIVI 1693
(Translation: City of Barcelona)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1693  - Cal#669 -
1698  - Cal#670 -
Catalog ID2350714700
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