445 Mexico City, 4 Reales
445 Mexico City, Mexico, 4 Reales, Charles-Joanna, "Late series, "assayer G to right, mintmark M to left
Description
445 Mexico City, Mexico, 4 Reales, Charles-Joanna, "Late series, "assayer G to right, mintmark M to left (M-G),
One side of the cob coin clearly depicts the Pillars of Hercules (the legendary entrance to the Mediterranean), representing the end of the world as known to the ancients. Below are the ocean waves. The Latin phrase “Plus Ultra” (meaning “more beyond”) is written across the center, signifying that the Spanish empire extended well beyond the Pillars of Hercules. The coin denomination (4 Reales) is situated at the center between the pillars.
The other side of the coin has a crowned coat of arms as a classic symbol of Spain with the Jerusalem cross in between signifying the unity of Church and State. Within the cross are two castles and two lions in opposing corners, symbolizing Spain’s emergence as a nation following the unification of its earlier kingdoms of Castile and Leon. Imprints of the King’s name CAROLVS is also visible around this Coin.
Metal Color | TWO TONE |
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