10 Réis - José I
| Copper | 7.17 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Angola |
|---|---|
| King | José I (1750-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1752-1757 |
| Value | 10 Réis |
| Currency | Real (18th century-1914) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.17 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#53209 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
An armillary sphere, without mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PECVNIA·TOTVM·CIRCVMIT·ORBEM
Translation: Money circulates around the world
Edge
Plain
Comment
Also circulated in the colonies of Brazil and Guinea.+ 1752 - Bentes 241.01 - GUINEÆ; date without dots; appears with 39 pearls.
+ 1752 - Bentes 241.02 - GUINEÆ; small armillary sphere.
+ 1753 - Bentes 241.03 - GUINEÆ; appears with 49 pearls.
+ 1753 - Bentes 241.04 - GUINE; date between dots; appears with 42, 44, 45, 46, 47 or 50 pearls.
+ 1757 - Bentes 241.05 - GUINE; dots on date; appears with 42 pearls.
+ 1757 - Bentes 241.06 - Inverted armillary sphere; appears with 42 pearls.
Interesting fact
The 10 Réis coin from Angola, minted during the reign of José I (1752-1757), was made of copper and weighed 7.17 grams. Despite its relatively small size, this coin was an important part of the Angolan economy during the 18th century, as it was widely used for everyday transactions and was also used as a form of currency in the Portuguese colonies. Today, this coin is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians, offering a unique glimpse into the economic and cultural history of Angola during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1752 | 396737 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Réis - José I 1752-1757 coin.
