Obverse © A. Monge da Silva
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva
100 Escudos FAO
1995 year| Bimetallic: aluminium bronze centre in copper-nickel ring | 8.3 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1995 |
| Value | 100 Escudos (100 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: aluminium bronze centre in copper-nickel ring |
| Weight | 8.3 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#10378 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
F A O
FIAT PANIS
1945•1995
J.DUARTE INCM
Engraver: João Duarte
Edge
Mills and smooth section
Interesting fact
The 100 Escudos (FAO) 1995 coin from Portugal features a unique design that highlights the country's agricultural industry. The coin's reverse side depicts a stylized image of a farmer working in a field, surrounded by crops and trees. This design was chosen to commemorate the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), which aims to promote global food security and sustainable agriculture practices. The coin's obverse side features the portrait of Portuguese poet and writer, Luís de Camões, who is considered one of the country's greatest literary figures.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 incm | 4893 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Escudos (FAO) 1995 coin.
