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20 Réis - Maria II Pattern, Damão
1834 year| Copper | 12.54 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Casa da Moeda de Damão |
| Queen | Maria II (1834-1853) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1834 |
| Value | 20 Réis (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 12.54 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#339794 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20
R
Translation: R = Reis
Comment
The reverse of the above pict is a PhotoShop work and migth be not 100% correctInteresting fact
The Pattern 20 Réis - Maria II (Pattern, Damão) 1834 coin from Portuguese India is interesting because it was minted during a time of transition for the Portuguese Empire. The coin was minted in 1834, just a year after the death of King João VI, who had ruled Portugal and its colonies for over 30 years. The coin features the image of his daughter, Maria II, who was only 15 years old at the time and had just ascended to the throne. This coin is a rare example of a transitional period in the history of the Portuguese Empire, and its unique design and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
