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12800 Réis - João V 2nd 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 | 1731-1733 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#36123 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of João V topped by royal crown.
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
12800 Réis = 1 Dobra of 8 EscudosThe 12800 Réis R coin (KM 148; 2nd Type of Shield - Rio de Janeiro Mint) is further subdivided into two subtypes: with the Effigy Type 1 (Bentes 107) and with the Effigy Type 2 (Bentes 108). Date 1731-R only appears with Effigy Type 1; date 1732-R shows both types of effigy; and date 1733-R only shows Effigy Type 2.
Bentes 107 (Rio de Janeiro Mint - 2nd Type of Shield; 1st Type of Effigy):
+ 1731-R - 107.01 - Effigy Type 1; Very Rare.
+ 1732-R - 107.02 - Effigy Type 1.
+ 1732-R - 107.03 - Effigy Type 1; Overdate 1731.
Bentes 108 (Rio de Janeiro Mint - 2nd Type of Shield; 2nd Type of Effigy):
+ 1732-R - 108.01 - Effigy Type 2.
+ 1732-R - 108.02 - Effigy Type 2; Overdate 1731.
+ 1733-R - 108.03 - Effigy Type 2; Extremely Rare, Only 3 Pieces Known.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 12800 Réis - João V (2nd Type of Shield; Rio de Janeiro) 1731-1733 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 coin features the Portuguese royal coat of arms on one side and the image of King João V on the other, highlighting the colonial connection 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1731 R | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1732 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 (2nd Type of Shield; Rio de Janeiro) 1731-1733 coin.
