¼ Bastardo - Manuel I ND
| Tin-lead (calin) | 3.5 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese Malacca (Malaysia) |
|---|---|
| King | Manuel I (1505-1521) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1511-1521 |
| Value | ¼ Bastardo (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Pardau (1509-1580) |
| Composition | Tin-lead (calin) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#49534 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Armillary sphere.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN DEO
Translation: In God
Comment
Malaca currency during king Manuel reign:1 Pardau=6 Tangas or Bastardos= 360 Reais= 600 dinheiros
1 Soldo= 10 Dinheiros
1 Dinheiro = 3/5 Real
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin ¼ Bastardo - Manuel I ND (1511-1521) from Portuguese Malacca (Malaysia) made of Tin-lead (calin) weighing 3.5 g is that it is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage.
