© Cuthwellis
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1 Bastardo - João III Lisbon ND
| Tin-lead (calin) | 9.87 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | João III (1521-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1550-1555 |
| Value | 1 Bastardo = 10 Soldos = 40 Reais (⅑) |
| Currency | Pardau (1509-1580) |
| Composition | Tin-lead (calin) |
| Weight | 9.87 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#234922 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Armillary sphere with ecliptic band within double circle.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issued by the viceroys De Noronha (1550-1554) and de Mascarenhas (1554-1555), minted in Lisbon for circulation in Melaka.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Bastardo - João III (Lisbon) ND (1550-1555) from Portuguese India made of Tin-lead (calin) weighing 9.87 g is that it was used as a form of currency in the Portuguese colonies in India during the 16th century. Despite being made of a relatively low-value material, the coin was widely accepted and used in trade, reflecting the economic and cultural exchange between Portugal and India during this time period.
