½ Real Cruzado - João I (Lisboa) ND (1409-1415) front ½ Real Cruzado - João I (Lisboa) ND (1409-1415) back
½ Real Cruzado - João I (Lisboa) ND (1409-1415) photo
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½ Real Cruzado - João I Lisboa ND

 
Billon (.0833 silver) 2 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
John I (João I) (1383-1433)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1409-1415
Value
½ Real Cruzado = 35 Soldos = 420 Dinheiros
Currency
Libra (2nd Dinasty, 1383-1415)
Composition
Billon (.0833 silver)
Weight
2 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
1415
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#103993
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: REPARATIO REX PVBLICE

Comment

compositiThe "Secret symbols" are small marks at any part of the coin that, we believe, are to identify the "fornaça"(Team maker) or (and) the metal composition. There are more than 200 different marks known.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Real Cruzado - João I (Lisboa) ND (1409-1415) coin from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King João I, who was known for his efforts to promote trade and commerce in Portugal. The coin's design features the king's crowned bust on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the country's growing economic and political influence during this time period.