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½ Escudo - Maria I and Pedro III Lisboa and Bahia mints
| Gold (.9166) | 1.800 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Queen | Maria I (1777-1799) |
| King | Peter III (Pedro III) (1777-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1777-1786 |
| Value | 800 Reis = ½ Escudo |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.9166) |
| Weight | 1.800 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#25669 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Edge
String shape
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Escudo coin from Portugal, minted between 1777 and 1786, is that it was issued during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. The coin was minted during the reign of Queen Maria I and her husband, King Pedro III, who ruled Portugal during a period of political and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a popular and widely used denomination during its time in circulation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1777 | 1319 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1778 | 12940 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1780 | 8682 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1784 | 6206 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Escudo - Maria I and Pedro III (Lisboa and Bahia mints) 1777-1786 coin.
