© INCM
© INCM
½ Português - Manuel I Lisboa ND
1504 year| Silver (.9166) | 21.08 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Manuel I (1495-1521) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1504 |
| Value | ½ Português (2000) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9166) |
| Weight | 21.08 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#365841 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: *IN*HOC*SIGNO*VINCES
Comment
This coin is the lot MCM 4950 from INCM.Its weight suggests that it is a "2 Tostões" coin.
The dies from the "Golden Português" have been used.
Issue made when the first Tostões were minted (1504) in what it is probably a pattern.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin ½ Português - Manuel I (Lisboa) ND (1504) from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King Manuel I, who was known for his efforts to expand Portugal's empire and strengthen its economy. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the country's rich history and cultural heritage.
