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1 Tanga - Filipe III Goa mint; A M
| Silver | 3.2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese Malacca (Malaysia) |
|---|---|
| King | Filipe III (1621-1640) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1631-1636 |
| Value | 1 Tanga = 60 Reais (⅕) |
| Currency | Xerafim (1580-1706) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#49812 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
AT monogram flanked by letters at base, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AT
DM
1632
Unabridged legend:
Asia tanga
De Malaca
Comment
The above pic is the lot 30265 from Heritage Auctions.
Corresponds to Gomes# F3 11.02.
For type with M A flanking shield, see link.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Tanga coin from Portuguese Malacca (Malaysia) is that it was minted during the reign of King Philip III of Portugal, who ruled from 1621 to 1640. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other. The use of silver in the coin's minting was a significant departure from the previous copper coins that were used in the region, and it reflects the growing influence of European trade and commerce in the area during the 17th century.
