© A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Tostão - João IV Without date, Lisbon ND
| Silver (.9167) | 2.86 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John IV (João IV) (1640-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1643-1656 |
| Value | ½ Teston (Tostão) (50) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 2.86 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35443 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES
Comment
Law : Alvará 08JUN1643Summary of all undated ½ Tostões
Interesting fact
The ½ Tostão coin from Portugal, minted during the reign of King João IV (1643-1656), was part of a series of coins that were introduced to address a shortage of small denomination coins in circulation. The ½ Tostão coin was equivalent to half of a Tostão, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The coin was made of silver (.9167) and weighed 2.86 grams. Despite its small denomination, the coin was well-designed and featured an impressive level of detail, including the king's crown and coat of arms on one side, and the Portuguese shield on the other. Today, these coins are highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a significant premium due to their historical significance and rarity.
