Finest Known of Only 4 Certified
An exceptional and rare piece of Spanish numismatic history. Struck in 1591 at the Seville Mint, this beautiful 2 Escudos gold cob carries a fascinating detail – it is double struck, giving it unique visual appeal.
Date: 1591/0 (overdate visible)
Mint: Seville, Spain
Assayer: “H” for Hernando de Rojas, whose brief tenure lasted only two years, making issues under his name particularly rare.
Certification: NGC – Finest Known of only 4 known specimens graded for this year.
The obverse displays a sharp shield with the faint but discernible double-struck “H” assayer mark to the left. The reverse features a bold and well-centered cross design, the highlight of this coin. The clear 1591 over 0 date adds further desirability for collectors.
A truly remarkable survivor from the reign of Philip II, this coin represents not only Spanish minting excellence but also the golden era of exploration, trade, and colonial expansion.
📌 A trophy piece for any advanced Spanish gold or treasure coinage collection.