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1 Rupia - João VI Small armillary sphere, Goa
| Silver (.9166) | 10.9 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | João VI (1816-1826) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1818-1826 |
| Value | 1 Rupia = 600 Réis |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Silver (.9166) |
| Weight | 10.9 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#45591 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
One interesting fact about the 1 Rupia coin from Portuguese India featuring João VI (Small armillary sphere, Goa) is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the region. The coin was issued between 1818 and 1826, a period when the Portuguese Empire was facing challenges from the British East India Company, which had established a significant presence in India. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout Portuguese India, and its design featuring the armillary sphere, a symbol of the Portuguese Empire, reflects the region's rich history and cultural heritage.
