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200 Escudos Expo '
1998 year| Bimetallic: copper-nickel plated nickel centre in nickel brass ring | 9.8 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 200 Escudos (200 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: copper-nickel plated nickel centre in nickel brass ring |
| Weight | 9.8 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 2001 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#2047 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Expo 98 and fish within sprigs
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EXPO
98
INCM
Engraver: João Cutileiro
Edge
Alternating plain and milled sections (7 each)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Circulating commemorative coin 200 Escudos (Expo '98) 1998 from Portugal is that it features a unique design that represents the theme of the Expo '98 World Exposition, which was held in Lisbon, Portugal in 1998. The coin's design includes an image of a globe surrounded by a stylized representation of the Expo '98 logo, which is meant to symbolize the connection between Portugal and the rest of the world. This design was created by the artist José Aurélio, who is known for his work in creating commemorative coins for the Portuguese Mint.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 INCM | 7811 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Escudos (Expo '98) 1998 coin.
