Groat - Charles II bust variant

€110,655.00
IssuerCatalonia, Principality of
Year1687
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#668, KM#45
Obverse descriptionBust left. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse lettering*CAROL9 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 1687
(Translation: City of Barcelona)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1687  - -
Catalog ID9749765610
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