Lot 4150
Spain. Escudo, 1607. Fr-194. 3.21 grams. 19.45 mm. Segovia mint-C and aquaduct. Philip III, 1598-1621. Obv: Crowned arms, to the left C and aqueduct, to the right "1" for denomination. Leg: PHILIPP--VS.III.D.G. Reverse: Jerusalem cross within quadrefoil, with date above. Leg: HISPANIARVM. REX. 1607. NGC graded MS-62.
Philip III really attempted to improve the deteriorating position of Spain. He did make peace with England and the Netherlands, yet Spain continued to decline. His total expulsion of the Moors, hailed as a great step in the establishment of Catholic purity, actually greatly weakened the country. The Moors were leaders in education and trade in Spain and they were missed.
Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000.
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