Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Tostão - Sebastião I 3rd type ND
| Silver (.9166) | 4.4 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Sebastian (Sebastião) (1557-1578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1573-1578 |
| Value | ½ Teston (Tostão) (50) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9166) |
| Weight | 4.4 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#97720 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Single cross on centre
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES
Comment
Interesting fact
The ½ Tostão - Sebastião I (3rd type) ND (1573-1578) coin from Portugal features a unique design element - a small shield with the royal coat of arms on the obverse side, which was a new addition to the coin's design during King Sebastian's reign.
