1 Bastardo - João III ND (1521-1557) front 1 Bastardo - João III ND (1521-1557) back
1 Bastardo - João III ND (1521-1557) photo

1 Bastardo - João III ND

 
Tin-lead (calin) 10 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Portuguese Malacca (Malaysia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1521-1557
Value
1 Bastardo (⅙)
Currency
Pardau (1509-1580)
Composition
Tin-lead (calin)
Weight
10 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#49513
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Armillary sphere.

Comment

The casting molds were probably made in Lisbon

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Bastardo - João III ND (1521-1557) from Portuguese Malacca (Malaysia) made of Tin-lead (calin) weighing 10 g is that it was used as a form of currency during the Portuguese colonization of Malacca in the 16th century. The coin was minted in 1521 and features an image of King João III on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other. The use of tin-lead as the material for the coin was a common practice during this time period, as it was a readily available and affordable metal. Despite its small denomination, the coin holds significant historical value and is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1521-1557)  - - - - - -

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