1/2 Groat - Philip III long cross

€110,642.00
IssuerCatalonia, Principality of
Year1611-1620
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1/2 Groat (1/20)
CurrencyLibra
CompositionSilver (.931)
Weight1.6 g
Dimensions16 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Cal#530, KM#3
Obverse descriptionBust left. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringPHILIPP9·D·G·HISPANIA·R·
(Translation: Philip 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 CIVITAS 1611
(Translation: City of Barcelona)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1611  - Cal#530 -
1611  - Cal#531 -
1614  - Cal#532 -
1620  - Cal#533 -
Catalog ID8093550890
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