Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Atiá "2 Duganis" - Maria I and Pedro III Dio
| Copper | 4.8 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Casa da Moeda de Diu |
| Queen | Maria I with consort Pedro III (1777-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1778-1787 |
| Value | ½ Atiá= ⅛ Tanga (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50926 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Cross of Military Order of Christ divide date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1-7
8-7
Comment
The coin was also know as "2 Duganis", a local coin, not Portuguese.Some coins have a "2" under the cross.
Coat of Arms divide mint letter
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Atiá "2 Duganis" coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Maria I and Pedro III (Dio) from 1778-1787, a period marked by political instability, conflicts with neighboring territories, and the rise of European colonial powers. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout the region, reflecting the resilience and adaptability of the people of Portuguese India.
