12 Réis - Maria II (Goa) 1848 (1843-1849) front 12 Réis - Maria II (Goa) 1848 (1843-1849) back
12 Réis - Maria II (Goa) 1848 (1843-1849) photo
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12 Réis - Maria II Goa

1848 (1843-1849) years
Copper 7.8 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Portuguese India
Queen
Maria II (1834-1853)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1848 (1843-1849)
Value
15 Bazarucos = 12 Réis (1⁄50)
Currency
Rupia (1706-1880)
Composition
Copper
Weight
7.8 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#48734
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
12
R

Comment

The above picture is the lot 16467 from INCM (Lisbon Mint House Museum)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 12 Réis - Maria II (Goa) 1848 coin is that it features a unique blend of Portuguese and Indian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Queen Maria II, while the reverse side features a depiction of a Hindu deity, Lord Vishnu, signifying the cultural fusion that existed in Portuguese India during that time.