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2 Xerafins - Pedro II O-D, Dio
1688 year| Silver | 25 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Casa da Moeda de Diu |
| Ruling authority | Pedro II (1683-1706) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1688 |
| Value | 2 Xerafins |
| Currency | Xerafim (1580-1706) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50303 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross of Military Order of Christ with date at corners
On the Cross displays a "D" exchanger mark
Lettering:
1-6
8-8
Comment
The above pict is a PhotoShop work and migth be not 100% correctInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Xerafins - Pedro II (O-D, Dio) 1688 coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during the reign of King Pedro II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Portuguese Empire. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other, symbolizing the power and influence of the Portuguese monarchy at the time.
