© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Real of 10 Soldos - João I P; Porto ND
| Billon | 1.0 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John I (João I) (1383-1433) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1385-1397 |
| Value | ½ Real de 10 Soldos = 5 Soldos = 60 Dinheiros |
| Currency | Libra (2nd Dinasty, 1383-1415) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.0 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#105058 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + IhnS : DEI : GRA : REX : POR
Lettering (regular font): + IHNS : DEI : GRA : REX : POR
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King João I of Portugal, who ruled from 1385 to 1433. This coin was minted in the city of Porto, which was an important center of trade and commerce during that time. The coin's design features the king's crowned bust on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other. It was made of billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of metals, and weighs 1.0 gram. Despite its small size, this coin played an important role in the economy of Portugal during the late medieval period.
