The 1788 Spain Gold 8 Escudos is a massive, prestigious treasure from the final year of King Charles III’s legendary reign. Struck at the historic Seville Mint, this heavy gold "doubloon" served as the premier currency of global trade, fueling empires and commerce across the high seas.
The obverse displays a regal, armored bust of King Charles III facing right. The reverse features the crowned royal coat of arms flanked by the "S" mint mark of Seville and the "C" mark of assayer Carlos Tiburcio de Roxas, who personally guaranteed the coin's weight and purity. Exuding commanding presence and rich historical gravity, this magnificent survivor makes a crowning acquisition for any elite portfolio.
