Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
2 Vinténs - Pedro II Prince crown, Lisbon ND
| Silver (.9167) | 1.73 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Peter II (Pedro II) (1683-1706) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1683-1686 |
| Value | 2 Vinténs = 40 Réis = 1 Pataco |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 1.73 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35376 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: +IN·HOC·SIGNO·VINCES
Edge
Plain
Comment
By the Law 04AUG1688 the value of this coin was increased to 50 Réis.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - the prince crown on the obverse (front) side, which was a symbol of Pedro II's status as the heir apparent to the Portuguese throne. This design was only used on coins minted during his lifetime, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
