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200 Escudos Henrique o Navegador; Silver
1994 year| Silver (.925) | 26.5 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 200 Escudos (200 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 26.5 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#37654 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 57% |
Reverse
3/4 portrait of Henry the Navigator (1394-1460), son of king João I of Portugal, who promoted the Portuguese explorations along the coasts of Africa and westward. To the right, Henry's coat of arms and his moto "talant debie fere" adopted by the Portuguese navy today.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HENRIQUE O NAVEGADOR
1394
1994
INCM
S.MACHADO
Engraver: S.Machado
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 200 Escudos coin featuring Henrique o Navegador (Henry the Navigator) was part of a series of commemorative coins issued by Portugal in 1994 to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the birth of this prominent historical figure. Henrique o Navegador was a Portuguese prince who played a significant role in the country's exploration and colonization efforts during the 15th century. The coin's design features a portrait of Henrique o Navegador on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 incm | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Escudos (Henrique o Navegador; Silver) 1994 coin.
