½ Moeda - Afonso VI (Lisboa) 1663-1666 front ½ Moeda - Afonso VI (Lisboa) 1663-1666 back
½ Moeda - Afonso VI (Lisboa) 1663-1666 photo

½ Moeda - Afonso VI Lisboa

 
Gold (.9167) 3.06 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Afonso VI (1656-1667)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1663-1666
Value
½ Moeda (2000)
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Weight
3.06 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#117246
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Christ cross. Lettering around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✣ IN • HOC • SIGNO • VINCES

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ 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 1683. During his reign, Portugal was facing significant economic and political challenges, including a series of wars with Spain and the Netherlands, as well as a major earthquake that struck Lisbon in 1664. 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.