1 Tanga - Republic (Lisboa mint) 1952 front 1 Tanga - Republic (Lisboa mint) 1952 back
1 Tanga - Republic (Lisboa mint) 1952 photo
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1 Tanga - Republic Lisboa mint

1952 year
Bronze 4 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Portuguese India
Period
Republic (1910-1961)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1952
Value
1 Tanga (1⁄16)
Currency
Rupia (1880-1958)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
4 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1958
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#11762
Rarity index
19%

Reverse

Denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REPÚBLICA · PORTUGUESA
1
TANGA

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Tanga coin from Portuguese India, minted in 1952, features a unique design that reflects the country's history and culture. On one side, the coin bears the image of a traditional Indian boat, known as a "dhow," which was commonly used for trade and transportation in the region. On the other side, the coin features the coat of arms of Portugal, which was the ruling power in Portuguese India at the time. This design combination represents the blending of cultures and traditions that characterized Portuguese India's history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1952  9600000 - - - - - -

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