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200 Escudos Florida, Gold
2000 year| Gold (.9166) | 27.2 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2000 |
| Value | 200 Escudos (200 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.9166) |
| Weight | 27.2 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#108622 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Map of the coast of North America and Florida where is placed a cross of the Order of Christ and the name Terra Florida. Under the Tropic of Cancer line, the date 1501 of exploration (Florida is on the Cantino planisphere 1502). Below, a ship, caravel with lateen sail, heads to Florida.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TERRA
FLORIDA
1501
INCM
A. MARINHO
Engraver: António Marinho
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 200 Escudos (Florida, Gold) 2000 coin from Portugal is a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead produced for collectors. Despite its small denomination, the coin is made of gold (.9166) and weighs 27.2 grams, making it a unique and valuable addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 INCM | 1500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Escudos (Florida, Gold) 2000 coin.
