© Adair Hames (CC BY-SA)
© Adair Hames (CC BY-SA)
20 Reis - João Prince Regent Countermark "SHIELD" over "X Reis, João V" ND
1809 year| Copper | 7.17 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Regent | John (João) (1799-1816) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1809 |
| Value | 20 Réis (Reais) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.17 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Countermarked |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#372363 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a countermark, which is a mark or symbol that is stamped or engraved on top of the original design of the coin. In this case, the countermark is a shield over the letters "X Reis, João V," which was added to the coin as a way to verify its authenticity and value. This countermark is unique to this particular coin and is not found on other coins from the same era or region.
