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2000 Réis "½ Moeda" - Pedro Prince Regent Lisboa
| Gold (.917) | 5.38 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Regent | Peter (Pedro) (1667-1683) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1677-1682 |
| Value | ½ Moeda = 2000 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 5.38 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#39527 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·1681·
IN·HOC·SIGNO·VINCES
Edge
Rope shaped
Comment
Law: ORDEM 24MAR1677The picture above is the coin MCM 5266 (INCM Museum)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2000 Réis "½ Moeda" coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Portugal. The coin was issued during the reign of Pedro II, who was the Prince Regent of Portugal from 1677 to 1682. During this time, Portugal was facing economic and political challenges, including a severe famine that affected much of the country. Despite these challenges, the coin was made with high-quality gold (.917) and weighs 5.38 grams, indicating the value and importance placed on currency during this time period.
