20 Réis - Luiz I 1867-1874 front 20 Réis - Luiz I 1867-1874 back
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20 Réis - Luiz I

 
Copper 25.53 g 37 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Luís I (1861-1889)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1867-1874
Value
20 Réis
Currency
Real (decimalized, 1835-1910)
Composition
Copper
Weight
25.53 g
Diameter
37 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#19658
Rarity index
31%

Reverse

Value XX in mixed wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PORTUGALIÆ.ET.ALGARBIORUM.REX
XX
1874

Edge

Plain

Comment

Interesting fact

The 20 Réis coin was the first coin to feature a portrait of King Luiz I, who ruled Portugal from 1861 until his death in 1889. The coin was minted during his reign, specifically between 1867 and 1874, and it was a significant departure from previous Portuguese coins, which had featured an image of the Portuguese crown. The introduction of the king's portrait on the coin was seen as a symbol of the growing power and influence of the Portuguese monarchy during this period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1867  745000 - - - - - -
1871  360000 - - - - - -
1873  2500000 - - - - - -
1874  1575000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Réis - Luiz I 1867-1874 coin.