© INCM
© INCM
½ São Vicente - João III Lisboa ND
| Gold (.922) | 3.45 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John III (João III) (1521-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1555-1557 |
| Value | ½ São Vicente (500) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.922) |
| Weight | 3.45 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#97662 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
At centre the image of Saint Vicente facing right.
Lettering around
Script: Latin
Lettering: ZELATOR FIDEI VSQUEAD MORTEM
Engraver: Francisco de Holanda
Comment
The picture is the coin MCM 4960 (INCM Museum)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin ½ São Vicente - João III (Lisboa) ND (1555-1557) from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King John III of Portugal, who was known for his efforts to promote the Portuguese Empire and his support for the arts and sciences.
