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200 Escudos China
1996 year| Copper-nickel | 21 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 200 Escudos (200 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 21 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 2.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#13032 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Left, a map of China coastline and the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, left a Portuguese vessel under sail and a junk.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 中國·1513·CHINA
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 200 Escudos coin from Portugal, issued in 1996, features a unique design that combines elements of both Portuguese and Chinese culture. On one side, the coin depicts a traditional Portuguese ship, while on the other side, it features a stylized image of a Chinese dragon. This blending of cultural motifs was intended to symbolize the long-standing historical ties between Portugal and China, and to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the arrival of the Portuguese in China.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 INCM | 6500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Escudos (China) 1996 coin.
