© JM
© JM
20 Réis - João, Prince Regent Countermark on a 40 Reis
| Copper | 13.6 g | 35.2 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| Regent | John VI the Clement (1799-1816) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1802-1803 |
| Value | 20 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1799-1942) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 13.6 g |
| Diameter | 35.2 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#323659 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Face value in Roman numerals under a wreath. Below, the year. All, except for the wreath, surrounded by the legend.
Counter mark
Script: Latin
Lettering:
JOANNES·D·G·P·E·BRASILIÆ·P·REGENS·
X L
·1802·
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Réis - João, Prince Regent (Countermark on a 40 Reis) 1802-1803 coin from Brazil is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in the country. The early 19th century saw Brazil struggling with high inflation, and the government was forced to debase the currency by issuing coins with lower metal content. Despite this, the 20 Réis coin remained a popular and widely used denomination, and its design featuring João, Prince Regent, became a symbol of the era.
