Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
2 Bazarucos - Filipe I Goa ND
| Copper | 11 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | Philip I (1581-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1580-1598 |
| Value | 2 Bazaruco = 8⁄5 Reais (2⁄375) |
| Currency | Xerafim (1580-1706) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49579 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The letter R (Rex=King)
Script: Latin
Lettering: R
Comment
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 2 Bazarucos - Filipe I (Goa) ND (1580-1598) from Portuguese India made of Copper weighing 11 g is that it was used as a form of currency in the Portuguese colony of Goa, which was established in 1510 and lasted until 1961. The coin was minted during the reign of King Philip I of Portugal, also known as Philip the Handsome, who ruled from 1580 to 1598. The coin's design features the king's name and title in Portuguese, "PHILIPVS I DEI GRATIA REX," and on the reverse side, it has the image of a cross and the coat of arms of Portugal. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its historical significance makes it an interesting piece of numismatic history.
