Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
1 Bazaruco - Filipe II Goa ND
| Tin-lead (calin) | 3 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | Filipe II (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1598-1621 |
| Value | 1 Bazaruco = 0.8 Reais (1⁄375) |
| Currency | Xerafim (1580-1706) |
| Composition | Tin-lead (calin) |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49643 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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 made of a unique alloy called "tin-lead" or "calin," which was commonly used in the region during that time period.
