1/2 Escudo 1817 M GJ (Spain, Ferdinand VII)
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Specification
- MetalGold (0,875)
- Weight1,75 g
- Pure gold (0,0492 oz) 1,5313 g
- Diameter15 mm
- EdgeReeded slant
- Aspect ratioMedallic (↑↑)
Description
- CountrySpain
- PeriodFerdinand VII
- Denomination1/2 Escudo
- Year1817
- RulerFerdinand VII (King of Spain)
- MintMadrid
- PurposeCirculation


Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the Spanish 1/2 Escudo 1817 with mark M GJ. This gold coin from the times of Ferdinand VII struck at the Madrid Mint. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 6344 sold at the Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG auction for EUR 1,850. Bidding took place September 28, 2011.
How much is the gold coin of Ferdinand VII 1/2 Escudo 1817 M GJ?
According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a Gold coin 1/2 Escudo 1817 with mark M GJ is 220 USD. The coin contains 1,5313 g of pure gold, so we do not recommend selling it for less than 209,1 USD, even if it is in poor condition and has no collectible value.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the 1/2 Escudo 1817 with mark M GJ?
The information on the current value of the Spanish coin 1/2 Escudo 1817 with the letters M GJ is based on actual auction sales of similar specimens. To reflect the current price level, our service monitors over 590 numismatic companies and records auction results in the coin catalog and auction archive. Please note that the exact value depends directly on the coin's condition, so the average price serves only as an approximate estimate.
Where can I sell the 1/2 Escudo 1817 with the letters M GJ?
To sell the 1/2 Escudo 1817 with the letters M GJ we recommend contacting specialized numismatic companies that hold regular auction sales. Public auctions are the most fair and secure way to sell valuable collectible coins. Go to the list of companies to find a suitable platform.























