Obverse: The obverse of the coin features a right-facing portrait of King Ferdinand VI of Spain. Surrounding the portrait is the Latin inscription FERDINAND VI D G, indicating the ruler's name and title. The year of minting, 1753, appears at the bottom.
Reverse: The reverse of the coin depicts the crowned royal coat of arms of Spain, divided into four sections featuring symbols of the historic kingdoms. A Latin inscription surrounds the coat of arms, emphasizing the monarch's authority and the historical heritage of the Spanish Crown.
About the coin: The 1753 1/2 Escudo gold coin was minted in Spain during the reign of King Ferdinand VI (1746–1759). The coin is made of 917/1000 fine gold, weighs approximately 1.69 g, and contains around 1.55 g of pure gold. Escudos were an important part of Spain's monetary system in the 18th century and were widely used in trade and international transactions. This coin has been certified by the independent numismatic grading company NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company) and received an UNC Details designation with the notation OBV SCRATCHED, indicating scratches on the obverse surface. The coin is preserved in a special NGC protective holder, and its authenticity and grading are confirmed by certification number 8591124-001. It represents a valuable example of 18th-century Spanish numismatics, reflecting the minting traditions and symbols of royal authority of the period.
