© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Real Preto - Afonso V Hybrid Afonso V/Duarte I ND
1438 year| Copper | 1.0 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Afonso V (1438-1481) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1438 |
| Value | ½ Real Preto = 1⁄20 Real Branco (0.05) |
| Currency | Real branco (1415-1517) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.0 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#105412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: EDVARDVS REX PORT
Lettering (regular font): EDVARDVS REX PORT
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Real Preto - Afonso V (Hybrid Afonso V/Duarte I) ND (1438) coin from Portugal is that it features a unique blend of two different monarchs' designs, with the obverse bearing the image of King Afonso V and the reverse featuring King Duarte I. This hybrid design was a result of a minting error and is considered a rare and valuable variation among collectors.
