© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
½ Cruzado/12 Vinténs - Pedro II Porto
| Silver (.917) | 8.7 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Peter II (Pedro II) (1683-1706) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1688-1699 |
| Value | 240 Reis = 12 Vinténs |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 8.7 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#116977 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*.IN*HOC*SIGNO*VINCES.
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Comment
In 1688 the price of the gold and the silver increased by 20%. There was no time to collect and cast the circulating coin. Therefore, by the Law 04AUG1688, the value of the silver and gold coins was also increased by 20%. However, during ~150 years the coinage remains unchanged with the circulating coins having a value 20% above the mark.
Interesting fact
The ½ Cruzado/12 Vinténs coin from Portugal, minted during the reign of Pedro II (1688-1699), was part of a currency reform that aimed to stabilize the country's economy. The coin was made of silver (.917) and weighed 8.7 grams. Despite its small size, it was an important denomination in the Portuguese currency system at the time.
