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¼ Macuta - Maria I and Pedro III
| Copper | 10.6 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Angola |
|---|---|
| Queen | Maria I with consort Pedro III (1777-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1783-1786 |
| Value | ¼ Macuta (12.5) |
| Currency | Real (18th century-1914) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 10.6 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 1.15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#53364 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AFRICA·PORTUGUEZA·1785
MACUTA
1/4
Translation: Portuguese Africa
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ¼ Macuta coin from Angola, minted between 1783 and 1786, features an image of King Pedro III on one side and Queen Maria I on the other. This coin was significant because it was the first time a woman had been featured on Angolan currency. Additionally, the coin's design was influenced by Portuguese currency, reflecting the colonial relationship between Portugal and Angola at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1785 | 13000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1786 | 151000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Macuta - Maria I and Pedro III 1783-1786 coin.
