1/2 Groat - Philip II

€131,836.00
IssuerCatalonia, Principality of
Year1595-1596
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1/2 Groat (1/20)
CurrencyLibra
CompositionSilver (.958)
Weight1.6 g
Dimensions16 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Cal#696
Obverse descriptionBust left. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse lettering:PHILIPPVS:D:G:R:HISPANI
(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  - Cal#696 -
1595  - Cal#697 -
1596  - Cal#698 -
1596  - Cal#699 -
1596  - Cal#700 -
Catalog ID4264067430
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