Recently I acquired the latest edition of the Ignacio Gutiérrez Delgado two-volume set on Spanish eight escudos (Los Doblones de a Ocho Escudos). Written entirely in Spanish, it is a remarkable body of work with extensive razor-sharp images. The Society highly recommends this book as a necessary addition to the library of serious Fleet scholars. There are a limited number of these available, so it is recommended that those interested read the following information provided by Sedwick and Associates, the exclusive US distributor of this classic publication.
The newly released second edition of Los Doblones de a Ocho Escudos by Ignacio Gutiérrez Delgado is a comprehensive work in two volumes written in Spanish on all eight escudos, including a thorough investigation into their history and relevance in the world of collecting and investment. This iconic gold denomination – struck across hundreds of years in both the Old and New Worlds – stands as a paramount coin in the commerce of many nations.
Through extensive research and expert interviews, dedicated numismatist Ignacio Gutiérrez Delgado has written the premier reference work on the 8 escudos. This work contains over 681 pages filled with detailed, full-color images to illustrate the many different countries, mints, dates, and varieties represented across the denomination. Delgado’s research delves deep into the minting process and the meaning behind all elements of 8 escudos designs across the ages. Expert numismatists from around the world were consulted to provide in-depth analysis across the different types of 8 escudos as well as the motivations involved in collecting this denomination. Current market and auction results along with rarity and grading guides are offered throughout the work to assist both new and experienced collectors of 8 escudos. Even non-Spanish readers will find this work to be a bountiful reference guide to 8 escudos coinage.
This hardcover set is housed in a presentation box and each set is individually numbered out of a total print run of just 350 sets.
Sedwick & Associates is proud to be the exclusive US distributor of Los Doblones de a Ocho Escudos. The set is available for $295 and includes USPS Priority Mail shipping in the United States.
Collectors can order on the Sedwick website here: https://sedwickcoins.com/8escudos/8escudos.htm
