200 Escudos (Solor e Timor, Gold) 1995 front 200 Escudos (Solor e Timor, Gold) 1995 back
200 Escudos (Solor e Timor, Gold) 1995 photo
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200 Escudos Solor e Timor, Gold

1995 year
Gold (.917) 27.2 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
Period
Third Republic (1974-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1995
Value
200 Escudos (200&nbspPTE)
Currency
Escudo (1911-2001)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
27.2 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#25760
Rarity index
93%

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

One interesting fact about the 1995 Portuguese 200 Escudos gold coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts the image of King Manuel I, who ruled Portugal from 1495 to 1521, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Portugal. The coin's design was created by the artist José Aurélio, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1995 incm 3500 - - - - - -

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