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20 Réis - José I
| Copper | 14.34 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Angola |
|---|---|
| King | José I (1750-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1752-1757 |
| Value | 20 Réis |
| Currency | Real (18th century-1914) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 14.34 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#53210 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
An armillary sphere, without mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PECVNIA·TOTVM·CIRCUMIT·ORBEM
Translation: Money circulates around the world
Edge
Plain
Comment
Also circulated in the colonies of Brazil and Guinea.+ 1752 - Bentes 234.01: Appears with 44 pearls.
+ 1752 - Bentes 234.02: Date without dots.
+ 1753 - Bentes 234.03: Appears with 47, 48, 49, 50 or 51 pearls.
+ 1757 - Bentes 234.04: Appears with 44 or 49 pearls.
- Two variants for cross in the crown can be found: latin cross and latin pommy cross.
Interesting fact
The 20 Réis coin from Angola, issued during the reign of King José I of Portugal (1752-1757), was made of copper and weighed 14.34 grams. Despite its relatively small size, this coin was an important part of the Angolan economy during the 18th century, as it was widely used for everyday transactions and was a symbol of the country's rich cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1752 | 396737 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1753 | 133954 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Réis - José I 1752-1757 coin.
