1 Xerafim - Pedro Prince (Stars around cross, Goa) 1681-1683 front 1 Xerafim - Pedro Prince (Stars around cross, Goa) 1681-1683 back
1 Xerafim - Pedro Prince (Stars around cross, Goa) 1681-1683 photo
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1 Xerafim - Pedro Prince Stars around cross, Goa

 
Silver 10.5 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Portuguese India
Regent
Peter II (1667-1683)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1681-1683
Value
1 Xerafim= 300 Réis
Currency
Xerafim (1580-1706)
Composition
Silver
Weight
10.5 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#105668
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross of Christ Military Order with date and stars at angles

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1 6
8 1

Comment

The above picture is a PhotoShop work based in poor pictures from internet

Interesting fact

The 1 Xerafim coin from Portuguese India, featuring Pedro Prince and stars around a cross, was minted during a time of great change and conflict in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of King Pedro II of Portugal, who ruled from 1681 to 1706. During this time, the Portuguese Empire was facing challenges from other European powers, as well as from local Indian kingdoms and tribes. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Portuguese India.