1661-R Spain Seville Mint 8 Maravedís (8M) – Milled Issue – NGC AU55 BN Top Population
A remarkable example of 17th-century Spanish copper coinage, this 1661-R Spain Seville Mint 8 Maravedís is a scarce milled issue authenticated and graded AU55 BN (About Uncirculated Brown) by NGC.
Struck during the reign of King Philip IV of Spain (1621–1665), this coin was produced at the historic Seville Mint, one of Spain's most important royal mints. Unlike the earlier hand-hammered coinage of the period, this piece was manufactured using advanced milled coinage technology, resulting in more uniform dimensions and improved strike quality.
Graded AU55 BN, this coin retains strong original detail with only light wear, making it an exceptional survivor for a large copper issue of the mid-17th century.
According to the NGC Population Report at the time of listing:
- Grade: AU55 BN
- Population in AU55 BN: 1
- Higher Grades: 0
- Top Population: Yes
As the sole finest-certified example, this coin represents an outstanding opportunity for collectors seeking elite-quality Spanish milled coinage.
Coin Specifications
- Country: Spain
- Year: 1661
- Mint: Seville
- Mintmark: R
- Denomination: 8 Maravedís (8M)
- Type: Milled Copper Coin
- Composition: Copper
- Certification: NGC
- Grade: AU55 BN (About Uncirculated Brown)
- Holder: NGC Standard Brown Label
- Population: 1 in AU55 BN
- Higher Grades: 0 (Top Pop)
Historical Background
The 8 Maravedís was an important circulating denomination in 17th-century Spain. The introduction of milled coinage helped combat clipping and counterfeiting while improving the consistency of Spain's currency. Coins from the Seville Mint are especially desirable due to the mint's long history and its vital role in Spain's global economy during the Age of Exploration.
An outstanding certified Spanish coin, perfect for collectors of Spanish colonial-era coinage, European hammered and milled coins, 17th-century numismatics, and Top Population certified rarities.
