Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
⅕ Real Cruzado - João I Porto ND
| Billon | 0.7 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John I (João I) (1383-1433) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1408-1415 |
| Value | ⅕ Real Cruzado = 14 Soldos = 168 Dinheiros |
| Currency | Libra (2nd Dinasty, 1383-1415) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.7 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | 1415 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#71184 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: DEI:REX:PORTVGA
Lettering (regular font): DEI:REX:PORTVGA
Translation: GOD:KING:PORTUGAL
Comment
It was probably issued after the courts of Évora in 1408.In other page there are also coins from Lisboa mint but without mint marks.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅕ Real Cruzado - João I (Porto) ND (1408-1415) 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.
