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1 Bazaruco - Filipe II Goa ND
| Tin-lead (calain) | 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 (calain) |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49644 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross with (* 2 C D) at each angle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* | 2
C | D
Comment
The above pict is a PhotoShop work and migth be not 100% correctInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Bazaruco coin from Portuguese India is that it was made of a unique alloy called "calain," which is a combination of tin and lead. This alloy was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period, particularly in the Portuguese colonies. The use of calain was preferred because it was less expensive than other metals and still maintained a certain level of durability. Additionally, the 1 Bazaruco coin was a standard circulation coin, indicating that it was widely used in everyday transactions, making it an important part of the local economy.
