30 Réis "½ Tanga"- José (Goa) 1751-1764 (1751-1765) front 30 Réis "½ Tanga"- José (Goa) 1751-1764 (1751-1765) back
30 Réis "½ Tanga"- José (Goa) 1751-1764 (1751-1765) photo
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30 Réis "½ Tanga"- José Goa

 
Silver 0.59 g 9 mm
Description
Issuer
Portuguese India
King
José I (1750-1777)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1751-1764 (1751-1765)
Value
30 Réis = ½ Tanga (1⁄20)
Currency
Rupia (1706-1880)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.59 g
Diameter
9 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#102526
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: 30

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency in Portuguese India during a time when the country was under Portuguese rule. The coin was minted in Goa, which was the capital of Portuguese India at the time, and it features an image of King José I on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.59 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.