Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
10 Réis - Maria I and Pedro III
| Copper | 12.7 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Queen | Maria I (1777-1799) |
| King | Peter III (Pedro III) (1777-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1777-1785 |
| Value | 10 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 12.7 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#37656 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Value in the center of the vintage circled by two olive branches, legends in periphery
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PORTUGALIAÆ.ET.ALGARBIORUM.REGINA
17 X 78
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Réis coin from Portugal, minted between 1777 and 1785 during the reign of Maria I and Pedro III, was made of copper and weighed 12.7 grams. Despite its relatively small size and weight, this coin was an important part of the Portuguese currency system at the time, and it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of the period. The obverse side of the coin features an image of Maria I and Pedro III, while the reverse side features the Portuguese coat of arms and the inscription "10 REIS". Today, this coin is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians interested in the history of Portuguese currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1777 | 1202371 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1778 | 454313 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1782 | 360162 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1785 | 872795 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Réis - Maria I and Pedro III 1777-1785 coin.
