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20 Réis - José I Rio de Janeiro and Bahia Mints
| Copper | 14.34 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| King | Joseph I the Reformer (1750-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1751-1761 |
| Value | 20 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1654-1799) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 14.34 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#77475 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
An armillary sphere, with or without mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PECVNIA.TOTVM.CIRCVMIT.ORBEM
Translation: Money Circulates Worldwide.
Edge
Plain
Comment
20 Réis = 1 VintémKM 166.1 / Bentes 236: Rio de Janeiro Mint, BRASIL.
KM 166.2 / Bentes 235: Bahia Mint; BRASILIÆ.
KM# 166.1; Bentes 236.01 - Appears with 58, 68 or 70 pearls.
KM# 166.1; Bentes 236.02 - Axis inverted (coin alignment); appears with 59 pearls.
KM# 166.1; Bentes 236.03 - Appears with 58 pearls.
KM# 166.2; Bentes 235.01 - Appears with 53, 54, 55, 56, 58, 59 or 61 pearls.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Réis - José I coin from Brazil is that it was minted during a time of great change and expansion in Brazil's history. The coin was minted in both the Rio de Janeiro and Bahia Mints, which were established in 1736 and 1749, respectively. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during the reign of King José I of Portugal, who ruled from 1750 to 1777. During this time, Brazil experienced significant growth and development, including the expansion of agriculture, mining, and trade. The coin's design features the image of King José I on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the connection between Portugal and its colonies in the Americas.
