Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Vintém - João IV Lisboa ND
| Silver (.9167) | 0.9 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John IV (João IV) (1640-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1643 |
| Value | 10 Réis (Reais) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#45122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: .IN.HOC.SIGNO.VINC
Comment
Law 01JUN1641Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Vintém coin from Portugal is that it was issued during the reign of King João IV, who ruled from 1640 to 1656. This coin was part of a series of coins that were minted to commemorate the king's victory over the Spanish in the Restoration War, which led to Portugal's independence from Spain. The coin's design features the king's crowned bust on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the country's newfound independence and sovereignty.
