Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
1½ Réis - Pedro Prince Regent
| Copper | 3.4 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Regent | Peter (Pedro) (1667-1683) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1670-1678 |
| Value | 1½ Real (1.5) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35282 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1677 PORTVGALIA.ET.ALG
*I*½*
Comment
Law: Ordem 03JUN1676 The dates 1670 to 1675 are procably patterns.Each date has lettering variations.
Interesting fact
The 1½ Réis coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Portugal. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by Pedro II, who was the Prince Regent of Portugal at the time. The coin was meant to replace the older denominations of currency and was intended to help stabilize the Portuguese economy. Despite its introduction, the coin faced opposition from merchants and traders who were hesitant to accept the new currency. However, the coin ultimately became widely accepted and was used throughout Portugal for many years.
