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© INCM
¼ Rupia - Republic Pattern, Lisboa mint
1947 year| Copper-nickel | 3 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1910-1961) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1947 |
| Value | ¼ Rupia = 4 Tangas |
| Currency | Rupia (1880-1958) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1958 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#340253 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPÚBLICA PORTUGUESA
¼ RUPIA
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The above pict is the lot 16674 from INCM (Lisbon Mint House Museum)Interesting fact
The Pattern ¼ Rupia - Republic (Pattern, Lisboa mint) 1947 from Portuguese India is a rare and unique coin, with only 10,000 pieces minted. It was designed by the artist António de Sousa and features the effigy of a woman representing the Republic of Portugal on one side, and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other. The coin was minted in copper-nickel and weighs 3 grams. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auctions.
