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200 Escudos India, Gold
1998 year| Gold (.9167) | 27.2 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| 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#107600 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Vasco da Gama ship and its name, making sail to the right where shown the coast of India north of Calicut from the map of the Atlas Lopo Homem-Reinels of 1519. 1498 is the year of arrival in India.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ISABEL C.-F.BRANCO INCM
INDIA - 1498 ·
Engraver: Isabel Carriço/Fernando Branco
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1998 Portugal 200 Escudos Gold Coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the rich cultural heritage of India, despite being issued by Portugal. The coin's obverse features the effigy of King Manuel I of Portugal, while the reverse depicts the iconic Gateway of India monument in Mumbai, which was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India in 1911. This blend of cultural influences makes the coin a distinctive and fascinating collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 INCM | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Escudos (India, Gold) 1998 coin.
