Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
2 Reais - António I Angra ND
1582 year| Copper | 3.26 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Anthony I (António) (1580) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1582 |
| Value | 2 Réis (Reais) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.26 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 1583 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#41401 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Zodiac with the word SPERA, Lettering around
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SPERA
IN DEO
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 2 Reais coin featuring António I (Angra) ND (1582) from Portugal was part of a series of coins minted during the reign of King António I, who ruled Portugal from 1580 to 1595. This coin was minted in 1582, and it features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other. The coin was made of copper and weighs 3.26 grams. It's interesting to note that this coin was minted during a time of great change in Portugal, as the country was experiencing significant cultural, economic, and political developments during the Renaissance period.
