SPAIN — 2 ESCUDOS “OMNIVM” GOLD COB Philip III of Spain Seville Mint | ND (1598–1612) Cal-1050 | 6.68 grams NGC AU 50

A classic treasure-era gold cob struck under Philip III of Spain, this handsome Seville mint 2 Escudos represents the very coinage that fueled Spain’s global empire at the dawn of the 17th century.

Belonging to the coveted “OMNIVM” type, the legend derives from “PHILIPPVS III DEI GRATIA REX HISPANIARVM OMNIVM”—“Philip III, by the grace of God, King of all the Spains.” This powerful declaration of sovereignty is a defining feature of early cob coinage and remains highly sought after by collectors for both its historical meaning and visual presence.

Struck in the traditional hammered method, the coin exhibits the bold, irregular character that defines Spanish colonial gold. The shield side displays the crowned Habsburg arms of Spain, while the reverse cross—symbolic of both faith and empire—anchors the design with strength and symmetry. Each strike is unique, giving every surviving piece its own distinct identity.

Graded NGC AU 50, this example retains strong detail and pleasing golden surfaces, with honest wear that speaks to its time in circulation—possibly across continents and aboard treasure fleets sailing between the New World and Europe. Coins of this type were the backbone of Spain’s wealth, moving through trade networks that connected the Americas, Europe, and beyond.

Compact yet powerful, the 2 Escudos—often referred to as a “doubloon”—offers an ideal balance of size, history, and collectibility. This OMNIVM-type Seville cob stands as a tangible artifact of Spain’s Golden Age, where faith, monarchy, and global expansion were struck into gold.