Country: Spain (Spanish Colonial Empire)
King: Philip III of Spain (1598-1621)
Type: Colonial cob coin
Value: 8 Reales
Currency: Spanish Real
Material: Silver
Weight: 27.28 g
Shape: Irregular hammered cob
Technique: Hammered
Orientation: Varies
Composition: Silver
Historical context: The Spanish 8 Reales, often called the “Piece of Eight,” was one of the most important trade coins in world history. Struck during the reign of King Philip III, these hand-hammered silver cobs circulated throughout Europe, the Americas, and Asia during the height of the Spanish Empire. Their silver content and trusted value made them a global currency of international commerce.
Design: Traditional Spanish colonial cob coinage featuring royal shield and cross motifs, manually struck on irregular silver planchets, giving each coin a unique appearance.
Condition: Please review all photos carefully to determine the exact grade, details, and condition. The coin shown is the exact item you will receive.
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