200 Escudos (Death on the Sea, Gold) 1999 front 200 Escudos (Death on the Sea, Gold) 1999 back
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200 Escudos Death on the Sea, 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#107604
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: MORTE NO MAR

Engraver: António Marinho

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 200 Escudos (Death on the Sea, Gold) 1999 coin from Portugal features a unique design that showcases a historical event. The coin's reverse side depicts a shipwreck, which represents the sinking of the Portuguese ship "Nossa Senhora dos Mártires" in 1627. The ship was part of a fleet that was carrying treasure from the East Indies, and its sinking resulted in the loss of many lives and a significant amount of gold. The coin's design serves as a poignant reminder of the risks and sacrifices that were made in the name of exploration and trade.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1999 INCM 550 - - - - - -

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