½ São Vicente - João III (Porto) ND (1555-1557) front ½ São Vicente - João III (Porto) ND (1555-1557) back
½ São Vicente - João III (Porto) ND (1555-1557) photo
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½ São Vicente - João III Porto ND

 
Gold (.9219) 3.8 g 25 mm
Description
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 (.9219)
Weight
3.8 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#299501
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

At centre the image of Saint Vicente facing right.
Lettering around

Script: Latin

Lettering: ZELATOR FIDEI VSQVE A

Comment


Another coin from NOVO BANCO colection (184.02)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin ½ São Vicente - João III (Porto) ND (1555-1557) from Portugal made of Gold (.9219) weighing 3.8 g is that it was minted during the reign of King João III, who was known for his efforts to promote the Portuguese economy and expand the country's trade and colonization efforts. The coin's design features the king's name and title on one side, and the image of a saint on the other, which was a common feature of coins during this time period.