Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Bazaruco - Sebastião I Goa ND
| Copper | 1.2 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | Sebastião I (1557-1578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1557-1578 |
| Value | ½ Bazaruco (1⁄720) |
| Currency | Pardau (1509-1580) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross of Christ Military Order in a circle of dots. º or * at each corner of cross
Lettering:
º-*
*-º
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 ½ Bazaruco coin from Portuguese India is that it was issued during the reign of King Sebastião I, who was known for his efforts to expand Portuguese trade and colonization in the East Indies. The coin's design features the king's name and title in Portuguese, as well as an image of a cross and a shield with the Portuguese coat of arms. This coin was likely used for everyday transactions in Goa, which was a key port city and trading hub for the Portuguese in the region.
