Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
2 Tangas - Filipe III Goa
| Silver | 6 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III (1621-1640) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1640-1641 |
| Value | 2 Tangas (⅖) |
| Currency | Xerafim (1580-1706) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49647 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
SF (Saint Filipe)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S-F
1640
Interesting fact
The 2 Tangas coin from Portuguese India, minted during the reign of King Philip III (Filipe III) in 1640-1641, features an interesting blend of European and Indian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of the king, while the reverse side features a unique combination of the Christian cross and the Hindu symbol of the swastika, reflecting the cultural exchange and syncretism that characterized the Portuguese colonial presence in India during that time.
