1 Tanga - João IV Chaul and Baçaim
1654 year| Silver | 1.3 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | João IV (1640-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1654 |
| Value | 1 Tanga (⅕) |
| Currency | Xerafim (1580-1706) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49869 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Iron grid over flames divide date
"54"over iron grid
"1-6" at each side
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5-4
1-6
Interesting fact
The 1 Tanga coin from Portuguese India, issued during the reign of João IV in 1654, was made of silver and weighed 1.3 grams. Despite its small size, it was an important coin in the economy of Portuguese India at the time, and its design featured the image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other.
