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10 Réis - João V Crown with 4 Arches; Lisbon ND
1714 year| Copper | 7.17 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| King | John V the Magnanimous (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1714 |
| Value | 10 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1654-1799) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.17 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#315582 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
An armillary sphere, without mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PECVNIA·TOTVM CIRCVMIT·ORBEM
Translation: Money Circulates Worldwide.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Crown with 4 arches.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Réis - João V (Crown with 4 Arches; Lisbon) ND (1714) coin from Brazil is that it was minted during the reign of King João V, who was known for his lavish spending and ambitious projects, including the construction of the Royal Palace of Mafra, which was completed in 1730. Despite the coin's relatively small denomination, it features a detailed design that includes a crown with four arches, symbolizing the king's power and influence. Additionally, the coin's copper composition was a common material used for coinage during this time period, and its weight of 7.17 grams was a standard weight for coins of this denomination.
