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2 Xerafins São Tomé - José I Goa
1762 year| Gold | 0.8 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | José I (1750-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1762 |
| Value | 2 Xerafins = 1 Rupia |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49292 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Date under cross
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ST ME GR SD
17 66
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Xerafins São Tomé - José I (Goa) 1762 coin is that it was minted during a time when the Portuguese Empire was at the height of its power and influence. The coin was minted in Goa, which was a key port and trading hub for the Portuguese in India, and it features an image of King José I on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other. The use of gold in the coin's minting was a symbol of the wealth and prestige of the Portuguese Empire at the time.
