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© London Coin Galleries with Heritage Auctions UK
1 Xerafim - João IV Goa mint to Dio
| Silver | 11.1 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | João IV (1640-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1653-1657 |
| Value | 1 Xerafim |
| Currency | Xerafim (1580-1706) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.1 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49768 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Christo Cross with date at corners
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1 6
5 4
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Xerafim - João IV (Goa mint to Dio) 1653-1657 coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during a time of great historical significance. The coin was minted during the reign of King João IV of Portugal, who ruled from 1640 to 1656. This was a period of great change and turmoil in Portugal and its colonies, as the country was struggling to maintain its independence and territorial claims in the face of growing competition from other European powers. Despite these challenges, the Portuguese Empire continued to thrive, and coins like the 1 Xerafim - João IV (Goa mint to Dio) 1653-1657 remain as a testament to the enduring legacy of Portuguese colonialism.
