2½ Bazarucos - João V Dio
1748 year| Nickel brass | 4.3 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Casa da Moeda de Diu |
| King | João V (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1748 |
| Value | 2½ Bazarucos (1⁄300) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50027 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross of Military Order of Christ with date at corners
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1-7
4-8
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2½ Bazarucos - João V (Dio) 1748 coin from Portuguese India is that it was made of Nickel brass, which is a copper alloy that contains nickel. This makes it stand out from other coins of the time, which were often made of pure copper or silver. The use of nickel brass in the coin's minting process adds a unique element to its composition and history.
