½ Atiá "2 Duganis" - João V Dio
| Copper | 5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Casa da Moeda de Diu |
| King | João V (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1721-1750 |
| Value | ½ Atiá = ⅛ Tanga (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50335 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Cross Of Military Order of Christ with date at corners.
With or without numeral "2" under the cross.
It means "2 Duganis" a local coin.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1-7
4-8
"2"
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin ½ Atiá "2 Duganis" - João V (Dio) 1721-1750 from Portuguese India made of Copper weighing 5 g is that it was used as a form of currency in the Portuguese colonies in India during the 18th century. The coin was minted in Goa, which was the capital of Portuguese India at the time, and it features an image of King João V on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other. The coin was used for small transactions and was widely used by the local population. Despite its small denomination, the coin is now a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in the history of Portuguese India.
