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320 Réis - João Prince Regent Countermarked 300 Réis, KM#
| Silver (.917) | 9.05 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| Regent | John VI the Clement (1799-1816) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1754-1771 (1809) |
| Value | 320 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1799-1942) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 9.05 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#36231 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Sash crosses globe with curved parallels, within cross and a countermarked shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SVBQ SIGN. NATA STAB.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was countermarked with a 300 Réis mark, which was applied to the coin in 1809, despite the coin being originally minted in 1754-1771. This countermark was used to indicate that the coin had been revalued to 300 Réis, which was a significant increase from its original value of 320 Réis. This revaluation was likely done to address inflation and to make the coin more useful for everyday transactions.
