Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
10 Bazarucos - João V Goa
1722 year| Nickel brass | 21.6 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | João V (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1722 |
| 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#50080 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
King's initial with a circle over.
Value on the rigth (I0)
Lettering:
0 1722
I Io
Comment
The above picture is a PhotoShop work based in poor coins from auctions.Coin from INCM Museum, without date (J5 21,01)
Interesting fact
The 10 Bazarucos coin from Portuguese India, minted in 1722 during the reign of King João V, features an unusual design element - a small elephant standing on the reverse side, beneath the denomination. This tiny elephant is a nod to the region's rich history of elephant trade and tusk carving, which was a significant economic activity in Goa during that time.
