200 Escudos Death on the Sea, Gold
1999 yearGold (.9167) | 27.2 g | 36 mm |
Issuer | Portugal |
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Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 1999 |
Value | 200 Escudos (200 PTE) |
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 |
Numista | N#107604 |
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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 |
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1999 INCM | 550 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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