10 Xerafins - João V Goa
| Gold | 5.6 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | João V (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1728-1749 |
| Value | 10 Xerafins (5) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.6 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50724 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
São Tome Cross divide date
Lettering:
CR - SD - ST - ME
17-28
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Xerafins - João V (Goa) 1728-1749 coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during a time when the Portuguese Empire was at its peak, and Goa was one of its most important colonies. The coin's design reflects the influence of both Portuguese and Indian cultures, with the obverse featuring the portrait of King João V and the reverse depicting a stylized image of a lotus flower, which is a symbol of spiritual growth and enlightenment in Hinduism and Buddhism. This blending of cultural elements makes the coin a unique and fascinating piece of numismatic history.
