© Rafael Augusto de Mattos Ferreira
© Rafael Augusto de Mattos Ferreira
320 Réis - Pedro II Large Crown, Bahia
1695 year| Silver (.917) | 9.66 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| King | Peter II the Pacific (1683-1706) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1695 |
| Value | 320 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1654-1799) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 9.66 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#147531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
An armillary sphere in front of the Order of Christ cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SUBQ. SIGN. NATA. STAB.
Translation: Born under a steady sign.
Engraver: Domingos Ferreira Zambuja
Designer: Domingos Ferreira Zambuja
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
Large crown on coat of arms.320 Réis = 1 Pataca
KM 81.1 = Oval Sphere. / KM 81.2 = Round Sphere.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 320 Réis - Pedro II (Large Crown, Bahia) 1695 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during the reign of King Pedro II, who was the last king of Portugal to rule over Brazil before it declared independence in 1822. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign that featured a large crown on the obverse side, which symbolized the king's power and authority. The coin's design also features the king's name and title, as well as the year of minting, 1695.
