Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
¼ Macuta Equipaga - José I
| Copper | 9.8 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Angola |
|---|---|
| King | José I (1750-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1762-1771 |
| Value | ¼ Macuta (12.5) |
| Currency | Real (18th century-1914) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 9.8 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 1.55 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#53251 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·AFRICA·PORTUGUEZA·1770·
MACUTA
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Translation: Portuguese Africa
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ¼ Macuta (Equipaga) coin from Angola, issued during the reign of José I (1762-1771), was made of copper and weighed 9.8 grams. Despite its relatively small size and weight, this coin was an important part of the local currency system in Angola during the 18th century, and it remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1762 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1763 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1770 | 268000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1771 | 280000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Macuta (Equipaga) - José I 1762-1771 coin.
