½ Xerafim - João Principe (Goa) 1818-1819 front ½ Xerafim - João Principe (Goa) 1818-1819 back
½ Xerafim - João Principe (Goa) 1818-1819 photo
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)

½ Xerafim - João Principe Goa

 
Silver 2.7 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Portuguese India
Regent
João (1799-1816)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1818-1819
Value
150 Reis = ½ Pardao=¼ Rupia
Currency
Rupia (1706-1880)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.7 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#51311
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Prince's coat of Arms

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Xerafim - João Principe (Goa) 1818-1819 coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during a brief period of Portuguese rule in Goa, which was a Portuguese colony in India from 1510 to 1961. The coin was minted in 1818-1819, and it features the name of the ruler, João Principe, on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its historical significance makes it an interesting fact for numismatists and history enthusiasts.