Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Bazaruco - Filipe II Goa ND
| Tin-lead (calain) | 1.2 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | Filipe II (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1598-1621 |
| Value | ½ Bazaruco = 1.6 Reais (1⁄750) |
| Currency | Xerafim (1580-1706) |
| Composition | Tin-lead (calain) |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#51852 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Christo Cross
Comment
Diameter varies from 9 to 13 mm.Weight varies from 0,5 to 1,2 grames
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of Tin-lead (calain), which was a common alloy used in the production of coins during that time period.
