200 Escudos (Brazil, Gold) 1999 front 200 Escudos (Brazil, Gold) 1999 back
200 Escudos (Brazil, Gold) 1999 photo
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200 Escudos Brazil, Gold

1999 year
Gold (.9167) 27.2 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
Period
Third Republic (1974-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1999
Value
200 Escudos (200&nbspPTE)
Currency
Escudo (1911-2001)
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Weight
27.2 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#108350
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Superimposed on a fragment of the same map, an indigenous character and a ship sailing to the left. Beaded circle broken by the word "Brasil"

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ISABEL C.-F.BRANCO INCM
BRASIL

Engraver: Isabel Carriço/Fernando Branco

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1999 Portuguese 200 Escudos Gold Coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the rich history and culture of Brazil. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Pedro Álvares Cabral, the Portuguese explorer who led the discovery of Brazil in 1500. The reverse side features a stunning depiction of the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, which is one of Brazil's most recognizable landmarks. This coin is a beautiful representation of the cultural exchange and historical significance between Portugal and Brazil.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1999 INCM 5000 - - - - - -

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