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200 Escudos China, Silver
1996 year| Silver (.925) | 27 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 200 Escudos (200 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#41065 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 65% |
Reverse
Left, a map of China coastline and the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, left a Portuguese vessel under sail and a junk.
Lettering: 中國·1513·CHINA
Engraver: António Marinho
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1996 Portugal 200 Escudos silver coin is that it features a unique design that blends traditional Chinese and Portuguese elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of King Manuel I of Portugal, while the reverse side features a traditional Chinese dragon surrounded by intricate ornaments and patterns. This fusion of cultural motifs was intended to symbolize the long-standing trade and cultural exchange between Portugal and China.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1996 INCM | 7961 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Escudos (China, Silver) 1996 coin.
