© Mário Matos (CC0)
© Mário Matos (CC0)
4½ Reis - João VI Big armillary sphere - Goa ND
| Copper | 3 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | João VI (1816-1826) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1816-1826 |
| Value | 4.5 Reis (3⁄400) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#339242 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
4 =
Reis
Comment
Example of "Small armillar sphere" (Coin of Mário Matos):
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an armillary sphere, which was a symbol of the Portuguese Empire during the reign of King João VI. The armillary sphere represented the king's power and authority, and its presence on the coin highlights the connection between the Portuguese crown and its colonies in India.
