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1000 Réis - Maria I and Pedro III Lisbon and Rio de Janeiro Mints
| Gold (.917) | 2.01 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| Queen | Mary I the Mad with consort Peter III the Builder (1777-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1778-1782 |
| Value | 1000 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1654-1799) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 2.01 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#317149 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Saint George's cross flanked by ornaments and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ET • BRASILIÆ • DOMINI • ANNO • 1778
Unabridged legend: Et Brasiliӕ Dominvs Anno (year)
Translation: And Lord of Brazil in the Year of (year).
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
1000 Réis = ¼ MoedaThis coins are mint together in Lisbon, Portugal and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, without any difference between the locations to distinguish the coins.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1000 Réis - Maria I and Pedro III (Lisbon and Rio de Janeiro Mints) 1778-1782 coin from Brazil is that it was made during a time when Brazil was still a Portuguese colony, and the coin features the portrait of King Pedro III of Portugal on one side and the image of the Portuguese royal crown on the other. This coin was also minted in two different locations, Lisbon and Rio de Janeiro, which is reflected in the coin's design. This coin is a unique piece of history that represents the colonial past of Brazil and its connection to Portugal.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1778 | 2816 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1779 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1781 | 5800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Réis - Maria I and Pedro III (Lisbon and Rio de Janeiro Mints) 1778-1782 coin.
