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12800 Réis - João V 1st Type of Shield; Rio de Janeiro
| Gold (.917) | 28.68 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| King | John V the Magnanimous (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1727-1731 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#117197 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of João V topped by royal crown.
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
12800 Réis = 1 Dobra of 8 EscudosVariants of 12800 Réis R:
+ Bentes 106.01 - edge with Fleur de Lys Type.
+ Bentes 106.02 - edge with Rope Type; Extremely Rare, Only 2 Pieces Known.
+ Bentes 106.03 - edge with Fleur de Lys Type.
+ Bentes 106.04 - Overdate 1727; Rare.
+ Bentes 106.05 - edge with Rope Type; Extremely Rare, Only 1 Piece Known.
+ Bentes 106.06 - edge with Fleur de Lys Type.
+ Bentes 106.07 - Overdate 1727.
+ Bentes 106.08 - Overdate 1728.
+ Bentes 106.09 - Overdate 1729.
+ Bentes 106.10 - edge with Rope Type.
+ Bentes 106.11 - edge with Fleur de Lys Type.
+ Bentes 106.12 - Overdate 1730.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 12800 Réis - João V (1st Type of Shield; Rio de Janeiro) 1727-1731 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 coin features the shield of the Kingdom of Portugal on one side and the image of King João V on the other, highlighting the colonial relationship between Portugal and Brazil. Additionally, the coin's gold content and weight make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1728 R | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1729 R | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 12800 Réis - João V (1st Type of Shield; Rio de Janeiro) 1727-1731 coin.
