¼ Leal - João III Goa ND
| Copper | 3.48 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | João III (1521-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1522-1557 |
| Value | ¼ Leal = 0.5 Reais (1⁄720) |
| Currency | Pardau (1509-1580) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.48 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49551 |
|---|---|
| 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
1 Leal= 1 Bazaruco
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King João III of Portugal, who ruled from 1521 to 1557. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, known as the "Leal" coinage, which was introduced to replace the earlier "Dinheiro" coinage. The Leal coinage was characterized by a new standardized design and a higher purity of metal content, and it was used throughout the Portuguese Empire, including in Portuguese India.
