1612-1621 SPANISH NETHERL. GOLD 2 SD'OR KING PHILIP III NGC MS62

$38,400.00 USD

King Philip III of Spain (r. 1598-1621) ruled over Spain and its vast overseas territories, including the Spanish Netherlands (modern-day Belgium, Luxembourg, and parts of the Netherlands). His reign saw economic struggles and ongoing conflicts, including the Eighty Years' War (1568-1648) between Spain and the rebellious Dutch provinces. The gold 2 escudos (dobla de oro or SD'OR) was a high-value coin used for international trade and commerce, particularly within Spain’s European territories.

The Observe Portrait of King Philip III (sometimes stylized or in heraldic form). His name and royal titles inscribed in Latin, such as: "PHILIPPVS III D G HISPANIARVM REX", meaning Philip III, by the Grace of God, King of Spain. Some coins feature the crowned Spanish coat of arms, representing the union of Spain’s territories.


The reverse Cross of Jerusalem (Burgundian Cross or Cross Potent), a symbol of Spain’s Christian monarchy. Surrounding heraldic elements representing Spanish territories (Castile, León, Aragon, Navarre, and Granada).

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