200 Escudos (Namban Art) 1993 front 200 Escudos (Namban Art) 1993 back
200 Escudos (Namban Art) 1993 photo
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200 Escudos Namban Art

1993 year
Copper-nickel 21.4 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
Period
Third Republic (1974-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1993
Value
200 Escudos (200&nbspPTE)
Currency
Escudo (1911-2001)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
21.4 g
Diameter
36 mm
Thickness
2.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
2002
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#6499
Rarity index
9%

Reverse

Namban art. Depicts trade between Portugal and Japan, and Portugal acting as intermediaries in Asian trade.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
南蛮文化
ARTE NAMBAN
1543 · 1639
ISABEL C. - F. BRANCO
INCM

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 200 Escudos (Namban Art) coin from Portugal, issued in 1993, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's reverse side features a representation of a traditional Portuguese folk art known as "Namban Art," which was popularized during the 16th century. The art form is characterized by its intricate and colorful designs, often featuring floral patterns, animals, and other motifs. The coin's design is a nod to this traditional art form and serves as a celebration of Portugal's cultural history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1993 incm 1000000 - - - - - -

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