200 Escudos (Terra dos Corte-Reais) 2000 front 200 Escudos (Terra dos Corte-Reais) 2000 back
200 Escudos (Terra dos Corte-Reais) 2000 photo
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200 Escudos Terra dos Corte-Reais

2000 year
Copper-nickel 21.14 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
Period
Third Republic (1974-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2000
Value
200 Escudos (200&nbspPTE)
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
References
Numista
N#13037
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
2000 INCM 10000 - - - - - -

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