© INCM
© INCM
½ São Vicente - Sebastião I Lisboa ND
| Gold (.9219) | 3.8 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Sebastian (Sebastião) (1557-1578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1557-1559 |
| Value | ½ São Vicente (500) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.9219) |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#97729 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: ZELATOR : FIDEI . VSQUE : AD MORT
Comment
The picture is the coin MCM 5041 (INCM Museum)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Sebastian I of Portugal, who was known for his ambitious military campaigns and his attempt to establish a Portuguese empire. Despite his efforts, Sebastian's reign was cut short when he died in battle at the age of 24, and this coin was one of the few that were minted during his short reign.
