Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Vintém - Sebastião I ND
| Silver (.9166) | 0.86 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Sebastian (Sebastião) (1557-1578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1560-1578 |
| Value | ½ Vintém = 10 Réis (Reais) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9166) |
| Weight | 0.86 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#39490 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: SEBASTIANVS I DG
Comment
Law: ALVARÁ 11JUL1560Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Vintém coin from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King Sebastian I, who was known for his ambitious military campaigns and his attempt to conquer Morocco. Despite his military endeavors, Sebastian's reign was marked by financial difficulties, and the ½ Vintém coin was one of the many currency denominations introduced during this time to address the kingdom's financial needs.
