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10 Reis - Maria I

 
Copper 12.7 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
Queen
Maria I (1777-1799)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1791-1799
Value
10 Réis
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Copper
Weight
12.7 g
Diameter
36 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#29735
Rarity index
35%

Reverse

Value within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PORTUGALIAE ET ALGARBIORUM REGINA
17 X 91

Translation:
Portugal and Algarve - Queen
1791

Edge

Plain

Comment

Coin with a countermark on the observe (@Rhonan).

Interesting fact

The 10 Reis coin was minted during the reign of Queen Maria I, who was known as "Maria the Pious" or "Maria the Mad" due to her religious zeal and alleged mental health issues. Despite these nicknames, she was a popular queen and her reign saw significant economic and cultural growth in Portugal. The 10 Reis coin was a widely used denomination during this time and features an image of the queen on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1792  7919196 - - - - - -
1797  155626 - - - - - -
1799  219729 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Reis - Maria I 1791-1799 coin.