¼ Bazaruco - João III Ceilão ND
| Copper | 0.9 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | João III (1521-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1522-1557 |
| Value | ¼ Bazaruco = 0.5 Reais (1⁄720) |
| Currency | Pardau (1509-1580) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49539 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Armillar Sphere
Comment
Currency during kings João III and Sebastião reign:1 Pardau= 6 Tangas= 6 Bastardos= 360 Reais= 180 Bazarucos= 900 dinheiros
1 Soldo= 10 Dinheiros
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Bazaruco coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during the reign of King João III (also known as John III) who ruled Portugal from 1521 to 1557. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, known as the "Bazaruco" coins, which were used to facilitate trade with the Portuguese colonies in India and other parts of Asia. The coin weighs 0.9 grams and is made of copper, a common metal used for coinage during that time period.
