20 Réis - João VI 1818-1822 front 20 Réis - João VI 1818-1822 back
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20 Réis - João VI

 
Copper 5.5 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
King
John VI the Clement (1816-1822)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1818-1822
Value
20 Réis
Currency
Real (1799-1942)
Composition
Copper
Weight
5.5 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#20873
Rarity index
25%

Reverse

Arms of Portugal on a globe with a legend around the rim

Script: Latin

Lettering: PECUNIA·TOTUM CIRCUMIT·ORBEM

Translation: Money Circulates Around the World

Edge

Plain

Comment

Reference numbers:
KM#316.1 - Rio de Janeiro
KM#316.2 - Bahia

Interesting fact

The 20 Réis coin from Brazil, minted during the reign of João VI (1818-1822), features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the Portuguese coat of arms, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was used to symbolize the unity and strength of the Portuguese Empire.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1818 R - - - - - -
1819 R 3066580 - - - - - -
1820 R 4871966 - - - - - -
1821 R 10827577 - - - - - -
1822 R 7045867 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Réis - João VI 1818-1822 coin.