CVC & Collectables presents an exceptional and high-grade Spanish gold 2 Escudos struck at the renowned Sevilla Mint during the reign of Philip II. Certified PCGS AU58, this is a problem-free and premium example for the type, far above what is typically encountered for these historic gold cobs.
Coin Highlights:
- Mint: Sevilla (S)
- Date: (1566–1587)
- Denomination: 2 Escudos
- Ruler: Philip II of Spain
- Catalog: Calico #827
- Metal: Gold
- Grade: PCGS AU58 (Problem-Free, High Grade for Type)
- Obverse: Crowned Habsburg shield displaying the arms of Spain’s vast empire
- Reverse: Ornate cross with quadrants, symbolizing Christian authority and Spanish power
- Type: Spanish Cob Gold (Hand-Struck)
Historical Significance:
Struck during the reign of Philip II (1556–1598), this gold escudo comes from the height of Spain’s global dominance. The Sevilla Mint was a major hub for refining and striking gold sourced from the New World, producing coinage that circulated across Europe and the Americas.
Collectibility:
Finding a problem-free AU58 Sevilla 2 Escudos is a serious challenge. Most surviving examples show heavy circulation, damage, or evidence of mounting.
This piece stands out for:
- Strong detail and definition for a cob issue
- Problem-free surfaces (a major factor for collectors)
- Desirable Sevilla mint origin
- Calico-listed variety (827)
High-quality examples like this are increasingly difficult to source, especially as demand for Spanish colonial gold and cob coinage continues to grow.
Get it here now—premium survivors like this do not stay available long.
