200 Escudos (Macau, Silver) 1996 front 200 Escudos (Macau, Silver) 1996 back
200 Escudos (Macau, Silver) 1996 photo

200 Escudos Macau, Silver

1996 year
Silver (.925) 26.5 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
Period
Third Republic (1974-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
200 Escudos (200&nbspPTE)
Currency
Escudo (1911-2001)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
26.5 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
28 February 2002
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#41066
Rarity index
69%

Reverse

Chinese junk setting sail to the left under the fortress and lighthouse of the Guia in Macau. Lettering in Chinese and Portuguese underneath.

Lettering:
1557
MACAU

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1996 Macau Silver 200 Escudos coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the historic and cultural significance of Macau, a former Portuguese colony. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Ruins of St. Paul's, a famous landmark in Macau that symbolizes the region's rich cultural heritage. The reverse side features the Macau coat of arms, which includes a shield with five escudos (shields) and a crown, representing the territory's history as a Portuguese colony. This coin is a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts, as it not only showcases the rich history of Macau but also highlights the region's connection to Portugal.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  - - - - - -
1996 INCM 8872 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Escudos (Macau, Silver) 1996 coin.