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200 Escudos Terra dos Corte-Reais
2000 yearCopper-nickel | 21.14 g | 36 mm |
Issuer | Portugal |
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Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
Year | 2000 |
Value | 200 Escudos (200 PTE) |
Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
Composition | Copper-nickel |
Weight | 21.14 g |
Diameter | 36 mm |
Thickness | 2.8 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#13037 |
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Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Map of the coasts of Newfoundland, a ship, caravel with lateen sails, sailing towards the left. On the right, the arms of the Cortes Reais, around, beaded circle. The dates refer to the exploration by Gaspar Corte Real of Newfoundland.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Esta he a tera Dos Corte Reais
1501-1502
Engraver: Isabel Carriço/Fernando Branco
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 200 Escudos coin from Portugal, also known as the "Terra dos Corte-Reais" coin, features a unique design that showcases the country's history and culture. The coin's obverse side features an image of King Manuel I, who ruled Portugal from 1495 to 1521 and was known for his efforts to expand the country's empire and promote its culture. The reverse side of the coin features a map of the world, symbolizing the Age of Discoveries, a period of time in the 15th and 16th centuries when Portuguese explorers traveled the world and discovered new lands. This coin was minted in 2000 as part of a series commemorating the 500th anniversary of the death of King Manuel I.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2000 INCM | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Escudos (Terra dos Corte-Reais) 2000 coin.