20 Réis - Maria II (Lisboa) 1840 front 20 Réis - Maria II (Lisboa) 1840 back
20 Réis - Maria II (Lisboa) 1840 photo
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20 Réis - Maria II Lisboa

1840 year
Copper 3.7 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Mozambique
King
Maria II (1834-1853)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1840
Value
20 Réis
Currency
Real (1706-1910)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.7 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#37903
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Value and date within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PECUNIA.TOTUM.CIRCUMIT.ORBEM
.20.
.1840.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 20 Réis - Maria II (Lisboa) 1840 coin from Mozambique was minted during the reign of Queen Maria II of Portugal, who ruled from 1837 until her death in 1853. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during her reign that featured her portrait and were used in various Portuguese colonies, including Mozambique. Despite being made of copper, this coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and the fact that it was minted in a limited quantity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1840  40000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Réis - Maria II (Lisboa) 1840 coin.