1 Bazaruco - José I Damão ND
| Nickel brass | 1.8 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Casa da Moeda de Damão |
| King | José I (1750-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1760-1777 |
| Value | 1 Bazaruco=0.8 Réis (1⁄750) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49212 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross of Military Order of Christ with one star at each corner
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Bazaruco coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during the reign of King José I (Damão) in the 18th century, specifically between 1760 and 1777. Despite being made of nickel brass, which is a copper alloy, the coin weighs only 1.8 grams, making it a relatively lightweight coin for its size.
