¼ Bazaruco - Filipe I Goa and Ceilão ND
| Copper | 1 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | Philip I (1581-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1580-1598 |
| Value | ¼ Bazaruco = 0.2 Reais (1⁄1500) |
| Currency | Xerafim (1580-1706) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49576 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Christ cross
"There variants with different type of cross"
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Philip I of Portugal, who ruled from 1580 to 1598. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, known as the "Bazaruco" coins, which were used in the Portuguese colonies in India, particularly in Goa and Ceilão. The coin weighs 1 gram and is made of copper, which was a common material used for coins during that time period. Despite its small size and material, this coin is a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians interested in the colonial history of Portugal and India.
