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½ Tanga - Afonso VI Goa
1665 year| Silver | 1 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | Afonso VI (1656-1667) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1665 |
| Value | ½ Tanga = ⅒ Xarafim (0.1) |
| Currency | Xerafim (1580-1706) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#341313 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1 | 6
5 |9
Interesting fact
The ½ Tanga coin from Portuguese India, minted in 1665 during the reign of Afonso VI, is a rare and valuable collector's item due to its historical significance and limited mintage.
