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3000 Réis - José I Countermark MR over "1 Ducat, Holland, 1752" ND
1765 year| Gold (.9896) | 3.46 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Mozambique |
|---|---|
| King | Joseph I the Reformer (1750-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1765 |
| Value | 1 Ducado (3000) |
| Currency | Real (1706-1910) |
| Composition | Gold (.9896) |
| Weight | 3.46 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Countermarked |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#104839 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
Countermark applied by law, "Bando 20AUG1765".
The value 3000 Réis is an estimate since the coin had different values in different Districts,
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King José I of Portugal, who ruled from 1750 to 1777. The coin features a countermark, which is a secondary marking or stamp that was applied to the coin after it was minted, in this case, the letters "MR" over the inscription "1 Ducat, Holland, 1752." This countermark was likely added to indicate that the coin was issued by the Portuguese colony of Mozambique, which was established in 1752. The use of a countermark on coins was a common practice during this time period, as it allowed colonies to issue their own currency while still maintaining ties to the parent country.
