2000 Réis - José I (Smaller Type; Lisbon) 1771-1773 front 2000 Réis - José I (Smaller Type; Lisbon) 1771-1773 back
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2000 Réis - José I Smaller Type; Lisbon

 
Gold (.917) 4.03 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
King
Joseph I the Reformer (1750-1777)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1771-1773
Value
2000 Réis
Currency
Real (1654-1799)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
4.03 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#36280
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Saint George's cross flanked by ornaments and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ET.BRASILIÆ.DOMINUS. ANNO 1773

Translation: and Lord of Brazil, year 1773.

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

2000 Réis = ½ Moeda

2000 Réis 1771 KM 198: mintage is included together with 2000 Réis KM 182.

 2000 Réis 1771 (KM 198 / Bentes 183) Variant:
+ 1771 - Bentes 183.05 - Axis inverted.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2000 Réis - José I (Smaller Type; Lisbon) 1771-1773 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King José I, who ruled Brazil from 1750 to 1777. During this time, Brazil was facing a number of challenges, including conflicts with indigenous peoples, the expansion of Portuguese colonization, and the impact of the Seven Years' War. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of Brazilian history and a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1771  100000 - - - - - -
1773  14000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2000 Réis - José I (Smaller Type; Lisbon) 1771-1773 coin.