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© Rafael Pinheiro Aquino (CC BY-SA)
1 Cruzeiro
1956 year| Aluminium brass (90% Cu, 8% Al and 2% Zn) | 4.03 g | 19.03 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic of the United States of Brazil (1889-1967) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1956 |
| Value | 1 Cruzeiro (1 BRZ) |
| Currency | Cruzeiro (1942-1967) |
| Composition | Aluminium brass (90% Cu, 8% Al and 2% Zn) |
| Weight | 4.03 g |
| Diameter | 19.03 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 12 February 1967 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#6793 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Denomination above line, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
CRUZEIRO
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1956
Engraver: Orlando Moutinho Maia
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Cruzeiro coin from Brazil, issued in 1956, has an interesting feature. It was made of a unique alloy called Aluminium brass, which is a combination of 90% copper, 8% aluminum, and 2% zinc. This blend of metals was used to reduce the cost of production and to make the coin more durable than coins made of pure copper. This coin was also relatively lightweight, weighing only 4.03 grams.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | 668000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Cruzeiro 1956 coin.
