Legend on spanish coin

Discussion in 'World Coins' started by happysam, May 5, 2004.

  1. happysam

    happysam New Member

    I have a 1760 gold 1/2 Escudo minted in Madrid. On the reverse it has the legend "HISPANIARUM REX." I know what HISPANIA and REX mean. Could you tell me what the "RUM" part of the legend means.
     
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  3. Tbirde

    Tbirde Senior Member

    I would think that it probably refers to the Spanish Empire or realm.
     
    Tbirde, May 5, 2004
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  4. CohibaCris

    CohibaCris New Member

    Welcome, happysam! Good to have you here.
     
    CohibaCris, May 5, 2004
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