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#50294 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inside a circle of dots, Christ Cross with * on corners
Comment
The above pict is a PhotoShop work and might not be 100% correctInteresting 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 Portuguese India during its time in circulation.
