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200 Réis - José I Colonial Coinage

1755 year
Silver (.9166) 3.1 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Mozambique
King
Joseph I the Reformer (1750-1777)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1755
Value
200 Réis
Currency
Real (1706-1910)
Composition
Silver (.9166)
Weight
3.1 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#45762
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: SVBQ SIGN NATA STAR

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 200 Réis - José I (Colonial Coinage) 1755 from Mozambique is that it was minted during the reign of King José I of Portugal, who ruled from 1750 to 1777. This coin was part of a series of colonial coinage that was issued by the Portuguese Empire during this time period, and it features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other. The use of silver in the coin's composition was a common practice during this era, as it was a valuable and durable metal that was widely used in coinage. Today, this coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, and it is highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in the history of Mozambique and the Portuguese Empire.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1755  3285 - - - - - -

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