Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
⅛ Tanga - Luíz I Calcutta
| Copper | 3.30 g | 21.1 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | Luís I (1861-1889) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1881-1886 |
| Value | ⅛ Tanga = 1½ Réis = 1⁄128 Rupia |
| Currency | Rupia (1880-1958) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.30 g |
| Diameter | 21.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#17299 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INDIA PORTUGUEZA
OITAVO
DE TANGA
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅛ Tanga coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of King Luíz I, who ruled Portugal from 1861 to 1889. During his reign, the Portuguese Empire was facing significant challenges, including the loss of its American colonies and the gradual decline of its Asian territories. Despite these challenges, the ⅛ Tanga coin remained a widely used and popular form of currency in Portuguese India, reflecting the resilience and adaptability of the region's people.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1881 | 12396800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1884 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1886 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅛ Tanga - Luíz I (Calcutta) 1881-1886 coin.
