Groat - Philip II Barcelona

€52,658.00
IssuerCatalonia, Principality of
Year1595-1598
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1 Groat (0.1)
CurrencyLibra
CompositionSilver (.958)
Weight3.2 g
Dimensions21 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Cal#603
Obverse descriptionBust left. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringPHILIPP·D·G·HISPANIARVM
(Translation: Philip king of the Spains by the grace of God)
Reverse descriptionLong cross divides legend, annulet in first and fourth angles, three bezants in second and third angles. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringBARCINO CIVITAS 1595
(Translation: City of Barcelona)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1595  - HISPANIAR,Cal#603 -
1595  - HISPANIARUM,Cal#604 -
1596  - Cal#605 -
1596  - Cal#606 -
1597  - Cal#607 -
1598  - Cal#608 -
1598  - Cal#609 -
Catalog ID5247751870
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