10 Bazarucos - José I Baçaim
| Nickel brass | 8 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | José I (1750-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1770-1777 |
| Value | 10 Bazarucos = 8 Réis (1⁄75) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49220 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross of Military Order of Christo with date under the horizontal arms of the cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: 17-70
Comment
The above picture is a PhotoShop work based in poor coins from auctions.Interesting fact
The 10 Bazarucos coin from Portuguese India, featuring José I (Baçaim) and made of nickel brass, was minted during a time of great change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of King José I of Portugal, who ruled from 1750 to 1777. During his reign, the Portuguese Empire was facing challenges from other European powers, and the coinage system was reformed to address economic issues. The 10 Bazarucos coin was part of this reform, and it was designed to be a more practical and widely-used denomination than previous coins. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of history for collectors today.
