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1 Tanga - Republic Lisboa mint
1947 year| Bronze | 6 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1910-1961) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1947 |
| Value | 1 Tanga (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Rupia (1880-1958) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1953 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#11761 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 23% |
Reverse
Denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA PORTUGUESA
1 TANGA
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Tanga coin from Portuguese India, minted in 1947, features a unique design that reflects the country's history and culture. On one side, the coin bears the image of a traditional Portuguese ship, known as a "carrack," which was used by Portuguese explorers and traders during the Age of Discovery. On the other side, the coin features the coat of arms of Portugal, which includes the symbols of the Kingdom of Portugal, the Kingdom of the Algarve, and the Order of Christ. This design was chosen to commemorate the long history of Portuguese presence in India, which dates back to the 16th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Tanga - Republic (Lisboa mint) 1947 coin.
