2 Tangas - João IV Goa mint to Ceilão
| Silver | 4.37 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | João IV (1640-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1649 |
| Value | 2 Tangas (⅖) |
| Currency | Xerafim (1580-1706) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.37 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49938 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
(sia)
(anga)
(e)= from
(eilão)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AT
DS
1644
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Tangas coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during the reign of King João IV, who ruled Portugal from 1640 to 1656. This coin was minted at the Goa mint, which was established by the Portuguese in 1594 and was used to produce coins for the Portuguese colonies in India and other parts of Asia. The coin weighs 4.37 grams and is made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal for coinage during that time period.
