Obverse © Julián Sánchez (CC0)
Obverse © Julián Sánchez (CC0)
1 Leal - Manuel I Goa ND
| Copper | 15.6 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | Manuel I (1505-1521) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1510-1521 |
| Value | 1 Leal = 2 Reais (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Pardau (1509-1580) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 15.6 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49491 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Armillary sphere
Comment
Currency of GOA during the reign of King Manuel,1 Pardau= 6 Tangas= 180 Bazarucos= 360 Reais =540 Dinheiros
1 Bazaruco= 1 Leal
1 Dinheiro(Goa)= 2/3 Real;
1 Dinheiro(Malaca)= 3/5 Real.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Leal - Manuel I (Goa) ND (1510-1521) from Portuguese India made of Copper weighing 15.6 g is that it features a unique blend of Portuguese and Indian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of King Manuel I of Portugal, while the reverse side features a depiction of a Hindu deity, likely Lord Vishnu, signifying the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred between the Portuguese and Indian cultures during the period of Portuguese rule in India.
