Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
1 Xerafim - João IV Goa
| Silver | 11.1 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | João IV (1640-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1649 |
| Value | 1 Xerafim |
| Currency | Xerafim (1580-1706) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.1 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49770 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
(aint) (oanis)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S - I
16 41
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Xerafim - João IV (Goa) 1641-1649 from Portuguese India made of Silver weighing 11.1g is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the region. The coin was minted during the reign of King João IV of Portugal, who ruled from 1641 to 1649, a period marked by conflicts with the Dutch and the Marathas, as well as internal struggles within the Portuguese Empire. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency in the region, a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the people of Portuguese India.
