The "Hispan et Ind Rex Z" 1817 coin refers to a specific type of Spanish colonial coin, likely issued during the reign of King Ferdinand VII. These coins were typically minted in silver and feature designs that reflect the Spanish crown's influence over its colonies in the Americas. The inscription "Hispan et Ind Rex" translates to "King of Spain and the Indies," indicating the coin's dual significance in both Spain and its territories. Collectors often seek such coins for their historical value and numismatic significance.
i recently bought a 1741 same coin for 5 Singapore dollars. I could have got it for less. (very good condition)
These coins are very valuable depending on denomination and circulation. A well worn 1/2 real is valued at $30, while a well preserved 4 reales is valued at $600.
The coin you are referring to is a Spanish gold coin known as a "Carlos III 8 escudos," minted during the reign of King Charles III of Spain. The inscription "Del Gratia" indicates it was made under the grace of the king, while "Hispan. et Ind. Rex" denotes his title as king of Spain and the Indies. The value of such a coin can vary based on its condition, rarity, and market demand, typically ranging from several hundred to a few thousand dollars. For a precise valuation, it's best to consult a coin dealer or numismatic expert.
The 1796 coin featuring "Hisp et Ind Rex" on the back and "Carolus IIII Dei Gratia" on the front is a Spanish silver coin, specifically a 8 reales piece. Its value can vary significantly based on its condition, rarity, and demand among collectors, typically ranging from $100 to several hundred dollars. Coins in better condition or with specific mint marks may fetch higher prices in numismatic markets. For an accurate valuation, it's best to consult a professional coin dealer or a numismatic catalog.
Your coin may be a silver Spanish American 8 Reale coin.More interestingly, itmay be a Spanish American 8 Reale coin taken by the British and over struck with a small oval countermark (of George III).The obverse inscription should read - "CAROLUS IIII DEI GRATIA".The reverse should show a crowned shield with a pillar on either side and the inscriptionshould read - "DE 8R I J HISPAN ET IND".It may have been minted at any one of a number of mints. The coins were known as Bank of England Dollars.You really should visit a reputable coin dealer to have the coin positively identified. If it turns out to be a "Bank of England Dollar", it will have a good value in almost any condition.
What you have is a coin from Spain under the reign of King Philip the Fifth. While gold coins in the denominations of 1/2 Escudo, 1 Escudo, 2 Escudos, 4 Escudos and 8 Escudos were issued during Philip's reign, no such coins were dated 1744.
These coins mostly started life as a silver Spanish American 8 Reale coin and were "acquired" by the British from the Spanish in a number of what could be described as unfriendly encounters. The 8 Reale coins may have been minted variously in Mexico, Bolivia, Chile, Guatemala, Peru or Spain and carried the portrait of Carolus IIII (King Charles IV of Spain) on the obverse, and various designs on the reverse including the words "HISPAN" or "HISPANIARUM". Due to Britains currency difficulties during the late 18th and early 19th centuries as a result of the expenses of ongoing wars with various adversaries, these Spanish coins were countermarked with various small marks showing King George III of Britain, and were subsequently known as the "Emergency Issue" or, the "Bank of England Dollar". These new coins with a variety of original dates on them, were issued into circulation by the Bank of England in 1804 to relieve the shortage of currency and had a face value of 4 Shillings and 9 Pence. Depending on the condition of the coin, the year on the coin, the countermark and the mint of origin, these coins could be worth anything from £120 to £2,250 GBP. A reputable coin dealer will be able to positively identify the coin and give a more accurate valuation.