100 Escudos Star Navigation, Gold
1990 year| Gold (.917) | 24.00 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1990 |
| Value | 100 Escudos (100 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 24.00 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#90075 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Modern graphics representing the celestial elements: sun winds stars and a stylized boat in the center.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ATLANTICO - 1455-1485
NAVEGAÇÃO ASTRONÓMICA
D'EÇA
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Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 100 Escudos (Star Navigation, Gold) 1990 coin from Portugal is that it features a unique design that combines elements of navigation and astronomy. The coin's obverse side depicts a stylized compass with a gilded circle in the center, surrounded by the inscription "NAVEGAÇÃO" (Navigation) and the dates "1497-1990". The reverse side features a stylized representation of the stars and constellations in the night sky, with the inscription "ASTROLABE" (Astrolabe) and the coin's denomination "100 ESCUDOS". This design was created by the Portuguese artist José Aurélio, and it symbolizes the country's rich history of navigation and exploration.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 incm | 2958 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Escudos (Star Navigation, Gold) 1990 coin.
