Reverse © Monge (CC0)
Reverse © Monge (CC0)
½ Xerafim - João V Dio
| Silver | 5.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Casa da Moeda de Diu |
| King | João V (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1732-1738 |
| Value | 150 Reis = ½ Pardao=¼ Rupia |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.2 g |
| Size | 22 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50526 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Christ Cross with date at corners
Lettering:
1-7
3-2
Comment
The above picture is a PhotoShop work and migth be not 100% correctInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Xerafim - João V (Dio) 1732-1738 coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of King João V, who ruled Portugal from 1706 to 1750, and was minted in the city of Goa, which was the capital of Portuguese India at the time. During this period, the Portuguese Empire was facing challenges from other European powers, such as the British and the French, who were vying for control of the region's trade and resources. Despite these challenges, the ½ Xerafim coin remained a widely used and highly valued form of currency throughout Portuguese India, and its design and mintage continued to be overseen by the Portuguese Crown.
