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200 Réis - João IV Countermarked 1 Tostao ND
1663 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1663 |
| Value | 200 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1654-1799) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16874 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 200 Réis - João IV (Countermarked 1 Tostao) ND (1663) silver coin from Brazil is that it was issued during the reign of King João IV, who was the first king of the House of Braganza to rule Brazil. This coin was part of a series of coins that were issued to commemorate his reign and to promote trade and commerce in the country. The coin's design features the king's image on one side and the coat of arms of Brazil on the other, with the countermark "1 Tostao" indicating its value. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of Brazilian numismatic history, highly sought after by collectors.
