100 Escudos Bartolomeu Dias; Gold ND
1987 year| Gold (.917) | 24 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1987 |
| Value | 100 Escudos (100 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 24 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#86124 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
500 year anniversary of the rounding of the Cape of Good Hope by Bartolomeu Dias. Map of Africa leaning south to the left and two inverted boats, caravels with lateen sails, surrounded by the names of the explorer and the Cape. Dates below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BARTOLOMEU DIAS CABO DA BOA ESPERANCA
JORGE VIERIA incm
1488 1988
Engraver: Jorge Vieria
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 100 Escudos (Bartolomeu Dias; Gold) ND (1987) from Portugal is that it was minted to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the discovery of the Cape of Good Hope by Bartolomeu Dias, a Portuguese explorer. The coin's design features an image of Bartolomeu Dias on the obverse and the coat of arms of Portugal on the reverse. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1987) incm | 5503 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Escudos (Bartolomeu Dias; Gold) ND (1987) coin.
