Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
1 Pardau - João V Goa
1726 year| Silver | 5.9 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | João V (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1726 |
| Value | 300 Réis = 1 Pardau = ½ Rupia = 1 Xerafim |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.9 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50480 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: G-A
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pardau - João V (Goa) 1726 coin from Portuguese India is that it features a unique blend of European and Indian design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of King João V of Portugal, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Hindu deity Lord Vishnu, indicating the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the Portuguese colonial period in India.
