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30 Réis - João VI Small armillary sphere - Goa ND
| Copper | 20 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | João VI (1816-1826) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1818-1826 |
| Value | 30 Réis = ½ Tanga (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 20 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#51396 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
30
Reis
Comment
The above pict is a PhotoShop work based in poor coins from auctions and migth be not 100% correctThe next pict is an example of the bad condition in which these coins appear.
It is a Small Armillary Sphere
Lot 5923 from INCM (Lisbon Mint House Museum)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 30 Réis coin from Portuguese India is that it features an armillary sphere, which is a symbol of the Portuguese Empire's maritime and navigational achievements. The armillary sphere was used by ancient astronomers to measure the position of celestial bodies, and it was also used by navigators to determine latitude and longitude. The inclusion of this symbol on the coin highlights the importance of navigation and exploration in the history of the Portuguese Empire.
