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200 Escudos California ND
1992 year| Copper-nickel | 21.1 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1992 |
| Value | 200 Escudos (200 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 21.1 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 2.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#8955 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
João Rodrigues Cabrilho, first European to navigate the coast of modern California, standing with a map of California and area to his upper right and a legend to his lower right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CALIFÓRNIA
1542 1992
JOÃO
RODRIGUES
CABRILHO
ISABEL C.-F.BRANCO INCM
Engraver: I. C.-F. Branco
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 200 Escudos (California) ND (1992) coin from Portugal was minted to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the discovery of the Madeira Islands by the Portuguese explorer João Gonçalves Zarco in 1419. The coin features an image of Zarco's ship, the "Santa Maria," on the obverse, and the coat of arms of Portugal on the reverse. This coin is a unique piece of history that not only honors the discovery of the Madeira Islands but also showcases the rich history and culture of Portugal.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1992) incm | 1300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Escudos (California) ND (1992) coin.
