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160 Réis - Pedro II Large Crown, Bahia
| Silver (.917) | 4.83 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| King | Peter II the Pacific (1683-1706) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1695-1696 |
| Value | 160 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1654-1799) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 4.83 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#315256 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
An armillary sphere in front of the Order of Christ cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SVBQ. SIGN. NATA. STAB.
Translation: Born under a steady sign.
Engraver: Domingos Ferreira Zambuja
Designer: Domingos Ferreira Zambuja
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
Large crown on coat of arms.160 Réis = ½ Pataca
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 160 Réis - Pedro II (Large Crown, Bahia) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Brazil. The coin was issued in 1695-1696, a period when Brazil was still a Portuguese colony, and it was used as a means of currency for the Portuguese Empire. The coin's design features a large crown on the obverse side, which represents the Portuguese monarchy, and the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Portugal. The use of silver in the coin's minting was also significant, as it was a valuable resource at the time and was used to symbolize the wealth and power of the Portuguese Empire.
