© Numisma Leilões
© Numisma Leilões
1 Vintém - João Prince Regent Lisbon ND
| Silver (.9617) | 0.6 g | 13.5 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Regent | John (João) (1799-1816) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1799-1816 |
| Value | 20 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9617) |
| Weight | 0.6 g |
| Diameter | 13.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#362707 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross of Christ with a small rosette in each quadrant
Edge
Rope shaped
Comment
This coin has been minted from 1686(Regimento September, 9th, 1686) to ~1800, by various kings.Since there is no lettering it is almost impossible to know to which king it belongs. So far, the best theory is that of Francisco António Costa Magro (Sintra Institute).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Vintém - João Prince Regent (Lisbon) ND (1799-1816) coin from Portugal is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the regency of João, Prince Regent, who ruled Portugal from 1799 to 1816 while his mother, Queen Maria I, was deemed unfit to rule due to her mental health issues. This period saw significant political and social upheaval, including the arrival of the French army in Portugal and the subsequent Peninsular War, which lasted from 1807 to 1814. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a standard circulation coin throughout this time, a testament to the resilience of the Portuguese people and their economy.
