$8,151.00 USD
Struck under the joint reign of Charles and Johanna, this 1516–1556 Spain Gold Escudo from the Seville Mint exemplifies the early cob-style gold coinage of the Spanish Empire during its imperial ascent. This period marked the beginning of Spain's global expansion, and such pieces were essential in both domestic circulation and international trade.
Obverse: Displays a crowned coat of arms of Spain, including the distinctive Pillars of Hercules and the monogram of Ferdinand and Isabella, flanked by the assayer’s square “D” to the left. The overall design is well-preserved within the contours of the irregular flan.
Reverse: Features a bold cross potent with flared ends, enclosed within a quatrefoil frame. The surrounding legend and border elements are clear and well-centered for this traditionally crude type.
Graded NGC MS64, this example delivers remarkable visual symmetry and detail, far exceeding the typical presentation for hand-struck escudos of this era. Its bold devices, sharp legends, and vibrant golden hue combine to make it an elite-quality representative of early 16th-century Spanish colonial gold.
