1497-1504 SPAIN GOLD DOUBLE EXCELLENTE NGC XF45

$4,118.00 USD

The Double Excelente was minted during the reign of Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile. Their marriage in 1469 unified Spain, and their reign marked the beginning of Spain's rise as a major European power. This coin was part of their efforts to standardize and strengthen the Spanish currency system.

The obverse features the crowned and draped busts of Ferdinand and Isabella facing each other, symbolizing their joint rule and partnership.

The reverse displays an eagle behind a crowned shield with the arms of Castile and Aragon, divided by a mintmark. The legend around the shield usually reads "FERNANDVS ET ELISABET" (Ferdinand and Isabella).