200 Escudos (Solor and Timor) 1995 front 200 Escudos (Solor and Timor) 1995 back
200 Escudos (Solor and Timor) 1995 photo
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200 Escudos Solor and Timor

1995 year
Copper-nickel 21.3 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
Period
Third Republic (1974-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1995
Value
200 Escudos (200&nbspPTE)
Currency
Escudo (1911-2001)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
21.3 g
Diameter
36 mm
Thickness
2.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#13031
Rarity index
10%

Reverse

A cross ot the Order of Christ superimposed to a map of the Island of Timor, archipelago of Solor above left (North west). Around, several symbols of myths and local traditions, a cobra, a buffalo, a horse, a crocodile, a diadem and a man standing with traditional adornments.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ILHAS DE SOLOR E TIMOR·1515

Engraver: Eloísa Byrne

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 200 Escudos coin from Portugal, issued in 1995 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the discovery of the Solor and Timor islands, features a unique design that showcases the cultural heritage of the islands. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Timorese boat, while the reverse side features a Solorese warrior's shield and spear. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only 50,000 coins minted.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1995 INCM 750000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Escudos (Solor and Timor) 1995 coin.