12 800 Réis - João V (Vila Rica) 1727-1733 front 12 800 Réis - João V (Vila Rica) 1727-1733 back
12 800 Réis - João V (Vila Rica) 1727-1733 photo
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12 800 Réis - João V Vila Rica

 
Gold (.917) 28.68 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
King
John V the Magnanimous (1706-1750)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1727-1733
Value
12 800 Réis (12 800)
Currency
Real (1654-1799)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
28.68 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#17004
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Coat of arms of Emperor John V of Brazil on ornate cartouche with scrolls and ribbons, topped by royal crown.

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

Vila Rica mint, in Minas Gerais, Brazil.

12800 Réis = 1 Dobra of 8 Escudos.

 Variants of 12800 Réis M:
+ Bentes 105.01 - edge with Fleur de Lys Type.
+ Bentes 105.02 - edge with Rope Type; Rare.
+ Bentes 105.03 - edge with Fleur de Lys Type.
+ Bentes 105.04 - edge with Fleur de Lys Type; Overdate 1727.
+ Bentes 105.05 - edge with Rope Type.
+ Bentes 105.06 - edge with Fleur de Lys Type.
+ Bentes 105.07 - edge with Rope Type.
+ Bentes 105.08 - edge with Fleur de Lys Type.
+ Bentes 105.09 - edge with Rope Type.
+ Bentes 105.10 - edge with Fleur de Lys Type.
+ Bentes 105.11 - edge with Fleur de Lys Type; Overdate 1730.
+ Bentes 105.12 - edge with Rope Type.
+ Bentes 105.13 - edge with Fleur de Lys Type.
+ Bentes 105.14 - edge with Rope Type.
+ Bentes 105.15 - _____
+ Bentes 105.16 - Overdate 1732.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 12 800 Réis - João V (Vila Rica) 1727-1733 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during a time when Brazil was still a Portuguese colony, and the coin's design reflects this history. The obverse side of the coin features an image of King João V of Portugal, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Portuguese Empire. This coin is a rare and valuable example of Brazil's numismatic history, and its gold content and weight make it a highly sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1727 M - - - - - -
1729 M - - - - - -
1730 M - - - - - -
1731 M - - - - - -
1732 M - - - - - -
1733 M - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 12 800 Réis - João V (Vila Rica) 1727-1733 coin.