200 Escudos Westward Navigation; Silver
1991 year| Silver (.925) | 26.5 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1991 |
| Value | 200 Escudos (200 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 26.5 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#105863 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Superimposed on Toscanelli's map, a stylized boat heading left with 3 sailors onboard holding the rudder, a map, an astrolabe and a sword with the cross of the Order of Christ. Legend above, and dates of this period of explorations westward below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NAVEGAÇÕES PARA OCIDENTE
1452 1486
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 200 Escudos (Westward Navigation; Silver) 1991 coin from Portugal features a unique design that commemorates the 500th anniversary of the discovery of the Madeira Islands by the Portuguese explorer João Gonçalves Zarco. The coin's design includes an image of Zarco's ship, the "Santa Maria," as well as a map of the Madeira Islands and a compass, symbolizing the navigational skills of the Portuguese explorers.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 incm | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Escudos (Westward Navigation; Silver) 1991 coin.
