1000 Escudos (International Year of Oceans; Proof issue) 1998 front 1000 Escudos (International Year of Oceans; Proof issue) 1998 back
1000 Escudos (International Year of Oceans; Proof issue) 1998 photo

1000 Escudos International Year of Oceans; Proof issue

1998 year
Silver (.925) 27 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
Period
Third Republic (1974-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1998
Value
1000 Escudos (1000&nbspPTE)
Currency
Escudo (1911-2001)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
27 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#34426
Rarity index
63%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1998
EXPO '98
ESCULTOR ESPIGA
ANO INTERNACIONAL DOS OCEANOS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1998 Portuguese 1000 Escudos coin commemorating the International Year of Oceans features a unique design that showcases the country's rich maritime history and its commitment to protecting the world's oceans. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Prince Henry the Navigator, a famous Portuguese explorer who played a significant role in the country's Age of Discoveries, while the reverse side depicts a stylized image of the Earth's oceans, highlighting the importance of preserving marine ecosystems.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1998 INCM 20000 - - - - - -

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