© Maier Gilbert
© Maier Gilbert
20 Réis - Maria I Large Type; Low and High Crowns; Lisbon
| Copper | 14.34 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| Queen | Mary I the Mad (1786-1799) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1786-1799 |
| Value | 20 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1654-1799) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 14.34 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#78445 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
An armillary sphere, without mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PECUNIA.TOTUM.CIRCUMIT.ORBEM
Translation: Money circulates around the world.
Edge
Plain
Comment
20 Réis = 1 VintémKM # 216.1 / Bentes #302: Lisbon Mint; Low Crown.
KM # 216.2 / Bentes #303: Lisbon Mint; High Crown.
KM # 216.1 / Bentes #302: Lisbon Mint; Low Crown; Variants:
+ 1786 - Bentes 302.01: Appears with 44, 45 or 46 pearls.
+ 1787 - Bentes 302.02: Appears with 43 or 44 pearls.
+ 1790 - Bentes 302.03: Appears with 45 or 46 pearls.
+ 1796 - Bentes 302.04: Appears with 45 or 46 pearls.
+ 1799 - Bentes 302.05: Appears with 43 pearls.
KM # 216.2 / Bentes #303: Lisbon Mint; High Crown; Variants:
+ 1786 - Bentes 302.05: Appears with 42, 43 or 46 pearls.
+ 1787 - Bentes 302.05: Appears with 44 or 45 pearls.
+ 1790 - Bentes 302.05: Appears with 47 or 49 pearls.
+ 1799 - Bentes 302.05: Appears with 48 pearls; Extremely Rare, Only 5 Pieces Known.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Réis - Maria I (Large Type; Low and High Crowns; Lisbon) 1786-1799 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Brazil's history. The coin was minted during the reign of Queen Maria I, who ruled Brazil from 1777 to 1816. During her reign, Brazil experienced significant economic growth and cultural development, but also faced challenges such as inflation, political instability, and conflicts with neighboring countries. Despite these challenges, the 20 Réis coin remained a widely used and highly valued form of currency throughout Brazil during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1786 | 301082 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1787 | 253587 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1790 | 348484 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1796 | 125729 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1799 | 197858 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Réis - Maria I (Large Type; Low and High Crowns; Lisbon) 1786-1799 coin.
