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1 Bazaruco - Filipe II Damão mint to Baçaim ND
| Copper | 3.8 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | Filipe II (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1598-1621 |
| Value | 1 Bazaruco (1⁄375) |
| Currency | Xerafim (1580-1706) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50293 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Christ cross inside a circle of dots with * on corners
Lettering:
* *
* *
Comment
The above pict illustrates the Alberto Gomes catalogue.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Bazaruco coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted in the city of Damão, which was a Portuguese colony in India during the 16th and 17th centuries. The coin features an image of King Philip II of Portugal and was made of copper, weighing 3.8 grams. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in the economy of the region and was used for everyday transactions. Today, it is a valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in the history of Portuguese India.
