Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Tostão - Pedro Prince Regent ND
| Silver (.9167) | 2.2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Regent | Peter (Pedro) (1667-1683) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1677-1683 |
| Value | ½ Tostão = 50 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#97965 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Christ Cross with a point (or rosette) at each angle
Script: Latin
Lettering: * IN · HOC · SIGNO · VINCES
Comment
Law: DECRETO 22JUL1676Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Tostão - Pedro Prince Regent ND (1677-1683) coin from Portugal is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. Pedro II, who was the Prince Regent at the time, was instrumental in implementing a number of reforms aimed at modernizing Portugal and increasing its global influence. Despite these efforts, the coin still features the traditional design of the Portuguese coat of arms on one side and the crowned shield on the other, reflecting the country's rich history and cultural heritage.
