Wow - a Scarce Spanish Coin from 1621-1626 - 8 Maravedis. Has a Lion on 1 side and a Castle on the other side.
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Following the 80 year war, this coin was finally stamped with a PHILIPPVS monogram in 1659 to revalue the coin to its original price of 4 maravedis. During the Spanish 80 year war, the empire suffered from an acute lack of copper due to increased demand for munitions (ie cannons).
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OBVERSE; VIII, REX( 1659). During the Spanish 80 year war, the empire suffered from an acute lack of copper due to increased demand for munitions (ie cannons). MINT: MD (Madrid). - Crowned monogram stamp & date stamp (1641).
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Authentic Genuine Ancient 8 Maravedis Copper Coin ("Pirate Money") of Philip IV of Spain, set in a 925 Solid Sterling Bezel Pendant. 925 Solid Sterling Silver Chain Included. The coin minted in Madrid, in 1661 AD, under authority of Philip IV of Spain.
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Authentic Original coin.
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This is a 163X Spain 8 Maravedis Copper Cob in Circulated Condition. It has a whitish/tan sandy look with just the "163" being visible and what looks like "VIII" on the other side (crude). NOTE: The coin pictured is the one you will receive.
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