1000 Escudos (XVII European Art Exhibition) 1983 front 1000 Escudos (XVII European Art Exhibition) 1983 back
1000 Escudos (XVII European Art Exhibition) 1983 photo
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1000 Escudos XVII European Art Exhibition

1983 year
Silver (.835) 21 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
Period
Third Republic (1974-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1983
Value
1000 Escudos (1000&nbspPTE)
Currency
Escudo (1911-2001)
Composition
Silver (.835)
Weight
21 g
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#22180
Rarity index
18%

Reverse

Replica of the obverse of the Português de Ouro of Manuel I of Portugal, that shows the royal shield, topped by the crown, flanked by annulets, all surrounded by 2 circles with lettering.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Outer Circle: IEMANVEL:R:PORTVGALIE:AL:C:VL:IN:A:D:O+
Inner Circle: + : C.ETHIOPIE:ARABIE:PERSIE.I:C.N:

Edge

Reeded

Comment

This coin was available in a BUNC Mint Set along side the other 2 coins (500$00 and 750$00).
Photo of the BUNC Set:

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the XVII European Art Exhibition held in Portugal in 1983. The coin's design features a representation of the exhibition's theme, "The Arts and the People," which highlights the connection between art and the community. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and art enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1983 incm 50000 - - - - - -

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