This Spanish 8 Reales 1731 replica captures one of the most historically significant coins ever struck — the legendary Piece of Eight. The obverse features a quartered shield displaying the castles of Castile and lions of León arranged in a scalloped cross design, with the date 1731 above and the inscription Hispaniarum Rex — "King of the Spains" — encircling the design within a milled border. The reverse displays the full crowned Royal coat of arms of Spain under King Philip V, with the Seville mint mark S, denomination 8, and the inscription Philippus V D G — "Philip V by the Grace of God."
The 8 Reales was the world's first global currency — minted across the Spanish Empire from Mexico to Seville, it was used in trade from Europe to China and became the model for the US Dollar. This 38mm replica faithfully reproduces the extraordinary heraldic detail of the original Seville mint strike. This piece is a Spanish colonial historical collectible coin designed for display and collection.
About the Design
Philip V ruled Spain from 1700 to 1746 as the first Bourbon king, following the War of the Spanish Succession. The 8 Reales coins struck during his reign at the Seville mint are among the most sought-after by collectors of Spanish colonial coinage. The castle and lion quartered shield on the obverse represents the union of the kingdoms of Castile and León — the heraldic foundation of the Spanish monarchy. These coins circulated across the entire Spanish colonial world and were the dominant trade currency of the 18th century Atlantic economy.
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Product Features
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Design: Castle and lion quartered shield obverse / Royal coat of arms reverse
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Inscription: Hispaniarum Rex / Philippus V D G
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Mint Mark: S (Seville)
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Material: Copper with silver plating
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Diameter: 38mm
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Finish: Antique silver
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Packaging: Securely packaged, ready for display or gifting
Perfect For
- Collectors of Spanish colonial and world coins
- Piece of Eight and pirate treasure enthusiasts
- Maritime history and Age of Sail collections
- Display in coin cabinets, shadow boxes, or collector trays
- Unique gift for history and numismatic enthusiasts
Shipping
Free worldwide tracked shipping. Estimated delivery: 9–14 days. Each coin is securely packaged for safe arrival.
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This item is a commemorative collectible and is not legal tender, not issued by a government mint, and not an investment product. It is intended for hobby collecting and display purposes only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original 1731 Spanish 8 Reales coin?
No. This is a high-quality replica collectible inspired by the original 1731 Philip V 8 Reales struck at the Seville mint. It is produced for display and collecting purposes only and is not an authentic historical artefact.
What is it made of?
The coin is made from copper with silver plating and features an antique silver finish replicating the aged appearance of the original colonial piece.
Is this coin legal tender?
No. This item is a commemorative collectible and is not legal tender, not issued by any government mint, and has no monetary value. It is intended solely for hobby collecting and display.
How is it packaged and when will it arrive?
Each coin is securely packaged for safe arrival. We offer free worldwide tracked shipping with an estimated delivery time of 9–14 days.
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