10 Réis - João VI (Pattern) 1820 front 10 Réis - João VI (Pattern) 1820 back
10 Réis - João VI (Pattern) 1820 photo
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10 Réis - João VI Pattern

1820 year
Copper 13 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
John VI (João VI) (1816-1826)
Type
Pattern
Year
1820
Value
10 Réis
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Copper
Weight
13 g
Diameter
35 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#97805
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TVRTVR ET ORNAT
X
1820

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

This coin was designed by the Portuguese artist, Joaquim José de Sousa, who was known for his work in engraving and medal design. The coin features a portrait of King João VI on one side and an image of the Portuguese coat of arms on the other. The Pattern 10 Réis coin was minted in 1820 as a trial piece, and only a small number of them were produced, making them highly sought after by collectors today.