Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Tostão 50 reis - José I ND
| Silver (.9167) | 1.53 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Joseph I (José I) (1750-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1750-1777 |
| Value | ½ Tostão = 50 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 1.53 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35454 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: *.IN*HOC*SIGNO*VINCES.
Edge
Rope shaped
Comment
In 1688 the price of the gold ant the silver increase by 20%. There was no time to collect and cast the circulating coin. Therefore, by the Law 04AUG1688, the value of the silver and gold coins was also increased by 20%. However, during ~150 years the coinage remains unchanged with the circulating coins having a value ~20% above the mark.Interesting fact
The ½ Tostão coin from Portugal, minted during the reign of José I (1750-1777), was part of a larger monetary reform that aimed to stabilize the country's economy. The coin's design, featuring the king's portrait and the royal coat of arms, was meant to symbolize the power and authority of the Portuguese monarchy. Despite its small denomination, the ½ Tostão coin was made of silver, which gave it a higher value than other coins made of less valuable metals. This fact highlights the importance of the coin as a symbol of wealth and prosperity during that time period.
