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½ Real of 10 Soldos - João I Porto ND
Billon (.0833 silver) | 1.3 g | 18 mm |
Issuer | Portugal |
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King | John I (João I) (1383-1433) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1392-1397 |
Value | ½ Real= 60 Dinheiros |
Currency | Libra (2nd Dinasty, 1383-1415) |
Composition | Billon (.0833 silver) |
Weight | 1.3 g |
Diameter | 18 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#97623 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Kind's Shield with letters P-O at each side
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
+ IhnS DEI GRA REX POR
P-O
Lettering (regular font):
+ IHNS DEI GRA REX POR
P-O
Comment
The picture is the coin MCM 4728 (INCM Museum)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Real of 10 Soldos - João I (Porto) ND (1392-1397) coin from Portugal is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper. Specifically, the coin contains 0.0833 silver, which is a relatively low percentage of silver compared to other coins of its time. Despite this, the coin still holds significant historical value and is highly sought after by collectors today.