© Numismática Leilões
© Numismática Leilões
1 Escudo Pattern
1966 year| Nickel brass | - | - |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1926-1974) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1966 |
| Value | 1 Escudo (1 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#107768 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Liberty head facing left; incuse inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVA
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Escudo coin was designed by the Portuguese artist, Lourenço de Castro, and it features a unique and intricate pattern on its reverse side. The pattern includes a stylized representation of the Portuguese coat of arms, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves and the inscription "1 Escudo" at the bottom. The use of nickel brass in the coin's composition gives it a distinctive golden color that sets it apart from other coins of its time.
