320 Réis - Pedro II (Rio de Janeiro and Pernambuco Mints) 1699-1702 front 320 Réis - Pedro II (Rio de Janeiro and Pernambuco Mints) 1699-1702 back
320 Réis - Pedro II (Rio de Janeiro and Pernambuco Mints) 1699-1702 photo
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320 Réis - Pedro II Rio de Janeiro and Pernambuco Mints

 
Silver (.917) 9.66 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
King
Peter II the Pacific (1683-1706)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1699-1702
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
References
Numista
N#16890
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

An armillary sphere in front of the Order of Christ cross.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SVBQ. SIGN. NATA STAB.

Translation: Born under a steady sign.

Engraver: Amaro de Barros

Designer: Amaro de Barros

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

320 Réis = 1 Pataca

No mintmark = Rio de Janeiro Mint.
P mintmark = Pernambuco Mint.

Bentes 80.01 - REX. 'E. BRAS. DN.
Bentes 80.02 - Idem; inclined axis at 270º.
Bentes 80.03 - Inclined axis at 90º.
Bentes 80.04 - Overdate 1697.
Bentes 80.05 - Overdate 1698.

Bentes 79.01 - REX. 'E. BRAS. D
Bentes 79.02 - REX. 'E. BRAS. D
Bentes 79.03 - Idem; overdate 1700.
Bentes 79.04 - REX. 'E. B. D
Bentes 79.05 - REX. 'E. BRAS. DN
Bentes 79.06 - Idem; overdate 1700/1699.
Bentes 79.07 - REX. 'E. B. D

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 320 Réis - Pedro II coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Brazil. The coin was issued during the reign of King Pedro II, who ruled Brazil from 1831 to 1889. During his reign, Brazil experienced significant economic growth and modernization, including the construction of railroads, the expansion of trade, and the abolition of slavery. The coin's mintage at the Rio de Janeiro and Pernambuco Mints reflects the growth and development of Brazil's economy during this period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1699  - - - - - -
1701 P - - - - - -
1702 P - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 320 Réis - Pedro II (Rio de Janeiro and Pernambuco Mints) 1699-1702 coin.