2000 Réis - João V (Rio de Janeiro) 1723-1726 front 2000 Réis - João V (Rio de Janeiro) 1723-1726 back
2000 Réis - João V (Rio de Janeiro) 1723-1726 photo
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2000 Réis - João V Rio de Janeiro

 
Gold (.917) 5.37 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
King
John V the Magnanimous (1706-1750)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1723-1726
Value
2000 Réis
Currency
Real (1654-1799)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
5.37 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#315838
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross of the Order of Christ flanked by four letters R arranged diagonally and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IN HOC SIGNO VINCES 1723

R R R R

Translation: With this Sign you will Win.

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

2000 Réis = ½ Moeda

 Overdate variant:
Bentes 130.03 - Overdate 1723.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2000 Réis - João V (Rio de Janeiro) 1723-1726 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during a time when Brazil was still a Portuguese colony, and the coin features the image of King João V of Portugal on one side and the coat of arms of Rio de Janeiro on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of Brazilian history, and its gold content makes it a highly sought-after collector's item.