Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
15 Réis - João V Goa ND
| Copper | 21 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Mozambique |
|---|---|
| King | John V the Magnanimous (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1725-1750 |
| Value | 15 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1706-1910) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 21 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#45756 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
I -Initial of the king (Ioanes)
IS -means 15, sometimes with inverted S)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
o
I I5
Comment
Coin issued by "Provisão 17JAN1725" (Portuguese India Government)This coin was found in the North of Mozambique (Variant with retrograde "S")
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 15 Réis - João V (Goa) ND (1725-1750) coin from Mozambique is that it was issued during the reign of King João V of Portugal, who ruled from 1706 to 1750. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, which were used to facilitate trade and commerce in the Portuguese colonies, including Mozambique. Despite being made of copper, this coin was still considered a valuable form of currency during its time.
