© Kevin Hobby (CC0)
© Kevin Hobby (CC0)
10 Bazarucos - João V Damão mint to Baçaim
| Nickel brass | 21.6 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Casa da Moeda de Damão |
| King | João V (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1722-1734 |
| Value | 10 Bazarucos = 8 Réis (1⁄75) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 21.6 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50081 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross of Christ Military Order with date at corners
Lettering:
1 7
3 4
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Bazarucos coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted in two different locations, Damão and Baçaim, which were both Portuguese colonies in India at the time. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was minted in multiple locations, making it a unique piece of numismatic history.
