1 Pardau - João VI (Small armillary sphere, Goa) 1818-1825 front 1 Pardau - João VI (Small armillary sphere, Goa) 1818-1825 back
1 Pardau - João VI (Small armillary sphere, Goa) 1818-1825 photo
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1 Pardau - João VI Small armillary sphere, Goa

 
Silver 5.5 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Portuguese India
King
João VI (1816-1826)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1818-1825
Value
1 Pardau = ½ Rupia
Currency
Rupia (1706-1880)
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.5 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#49096
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned shield over armillary sphere

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pardau coin from Portuguese India is that it features a unique design element - a small armillary sphere - which represents the Portuguese Empire's maritime and navigational achievements during the reign of King João VI.