1000 Réis - Pedro II (Narrow Crown; Bahia) 1696 front 1000 Réis - Pedro II (Narrow Crown; Bahia) 1696 back
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1000 Réis - Pedro II Narrow Crown; Bahia

1696 year
Gold (.917) 2.04 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
King
Peter II the Pacific (1683-1706)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1696
Value
1000 Réis
Currency
Real (1654-1799)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
2.04 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#315475
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Saint George's cross flanked by ornaments and date.

Lettering: ET. BRASILIAE. DOMINVS. ANO (1696)

Translation: and Lord of Brazil.

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

Narrow crown on coat of arms.

1000 Réis = ¼ Moeda

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1000 Réis - Pedro II (Narrow Crown; Bahia) 1696 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during the reign of King Pedro II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and stabilize the Brazilian economy. The coin's gold content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure consistency and accuracy in trade and commerce.