2 Tangas - Republic (Lisboa mint) 1934 front 2 Tangas - Republic (Lisboa mint) 1934 back
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2 Tangas - Republic Lisboa mint

1934 year
Copper-nickel 3 g 19.05 mm
Description
Issuer
Portuguese India
Period
Republic (1910-1961)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1934
Value
2 Tangas (⅛)
Currency
Rupia (1880-1958)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
3 g
Diameter
19.05 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1958
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#37746
Rarity index
48%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ESTADO DA INDIA
2 TANGAS

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 2 Tangas coin from Portuguese India, minted in 1934 at the Lisboa mint, features a unique design that reflects the country's history and culture. On one side, the coin bears the image of a traditional Portuguese ship, known as a "carrack," which was used by explorers and traders during the Age of Discovery. On the other side, the coin features the coat of arms of Portugal, which includes the symbols of the Kingdom of Portugal, the Kingdom of the Algarve, and the Order of Christ. This design was used on many coins minted during this period and is a distinctive feature of Portuguese numismatics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1934  150000 - - - - - -

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