¼ Moeda - Afonso VI (Lisboa) 1663-1666 front ¼ Moeda - Afonso VI (Lisboa) 1663-1666 back
¼ Moeda - Afonso VI (Lisboa) 1663-1666 photo
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¼ Moeda - Afonso VI Lisboa

 
Gold (.9166) 3.6 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Afonso VI (1656-1667)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1663-1666
Value
¼ Moeda (1000)
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Gold (.9166)
Weight
3.6 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#102345
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES

Comment

Law 28th October, 1663.
The coin has some PhotoShop work: - Two stamps over the obverse have been cleaned.
See the original coin at reference AG# P2 125 (stamp 1100)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Moeda - Afonso VI (Lisboa) 1663-1666 coin from Portugal is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Afonso VI, who ruled Portugal from 1656 to 1667. During his reign, Portugal was facing significant economic and political challenges, including a severe economic crisis and conflicts with neighboring countries. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with its gold content and historical significance making it a unique piece of Portuguese history.