1½ Real "Ducrah" - Maria I (Dio) ND (1788-1799) front 1½ Real "Ducrah" - Maria I (Dio) ND (1788-1799) back
1½ Real "Ducrah" - Maria I (Dio) ND (1788-1799) photo

1½ Real "Ducrah" - Maria I Dio ND

 
Copper 0.9 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Portuguese India
Issuing entity
Casa da Moeda de Diu
Queen
Maria I (1786-1799)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1788-1799
Value
1½ Reis (1⁄400)
Currency
Rupia (1706-1880)
Composition
Copper
Weight
0.9 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#50964
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1 ½
Reis

Interesting fact

The 1½ Real "Ducrah" coin from Portuguese India, minted during the reign of Maria I (Dio) from 1788-1799, features an interesting design element - the obverse side bears the image of a ship, which represents the importance of maritime trade and exploration during the Portuguese colonial era.