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1000 Escudos D.João de Castro; Proof issue
2000 year| Silver (.925) | 27 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2000 |
| Value | 1000 Escudos (1000 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#37651 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Bust of João de Castro, Viceroy of the Portuguese Indies surrounded by his name "D. JOÃO DE CASTRO", the name "A. VIDIGAL" of the engraver and the mark "INCM" of the monetary workshop.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
D. JOÃO DE CASTRO
INCM - A. VIDIGAL
Engraver: A. Vidigal
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 1000 Escudos (D.João de Castro; Proof issue) 2000 from Portugal is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of D. João de Castro, a prominent Portuguese naval officer and explorer, on the obverse, while the reverse features a representation of the Santa Catarina, a ship that was part of Castro's fleet during his voyages. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number of coins minted, making it a sought-after piece for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 INCM | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Escudos (D.João de Castro; Proof issue) 2000 coin.
