1 Pardau S. Tomé - João III Cochim ND
| Gold (.854) | 3.4 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | João III (1521-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1521-1557 |
| Value | 1 Pardau= 360 Reais |
| Currency | Pardau (1509-1580) |
| Composition | Gold (.854) |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#51481 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Saint Thomas sitting
Lettering: S-T
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King João III of Portugal, who was known for his efforts to expand Portuguese trade and colonization in the East Indies. The coin's design features the king's name and title in Portuguese, as well as an image of the patron saint of São Tomé, Saint Thomas. The use of gold in the coin's minting was likely a symbol of the wealth and prosperity that the Portuguese hoped to gain from their colonization efforts in the region.
