Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Moeda - João V Lisboa, Porto, Rio, Bahia e Minas mints
| Gold (.917) | 5.38 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John V (João V) (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1707-1727 |
| Value | ½ Moeda = 2400 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 5.38 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#39530 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1715+IN+HOC+SIGNO+VINCES+
Edge
Rope shaped
Comment
By Law 04AUG1688 all silver and gold coins have a value 20% above the face value.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Moeda - João V coin is that it was minted in five different locations: Lisboa, Porto, Rio, Bahia, and Minas. This is indicated by the letters "L", "P", "R", "B", and "M" on the coin's reverse side, which represent the respective mints. This coin is a rare example of a multi-minted coin and is highly sought after by collectors.
