Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Cruzado - Afonso VI Lisboa
| Silver (.917) | 11.47 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Afonso VI (1656-1667) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1663-1666 |
| Value | ½ Cruzado (200) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 11.47 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 9 August 1686 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35549 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
:.IN.HOC.SIGNO.VINCES.
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Interesting fact
The ½ Cruzado coin from Portugal, minted between 1663 and 1666 during the reign of King Afonso VI, features an interesting design element. On the obverse side, the coin bears the image of the king, while the reverse side features the Portuguese coat of arms surrounded by the inscription "In Hoc Signo Vinces" (Latin for "In this sign, you will conquer"), which was a popular motto during the Renaissance period. This coin was made of silver with a purity level of .917 and weighs 11.47 grams.
