4 Tangas - Filipe III (Goa mint; xx4x) 1635 front 4 Tangas - Filipe III (Goa mint; xx4x) 1635 back
4 Tangas - Filipe III (Goa mint; xx4x) 1635 photo
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4 Tangas - Filipe III Goa mint; xx4x

1635 year
Silver 11 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Portuguese Malacca (Malaysia)
King
Filipe III (1621-1640)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1635
Value
4 Tangas = 240 Reais (⅘)
Currency
Xerafim (1580-1706)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#341504
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

AT monogram divides letters D M at base. Value below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
AT
DM
xx4x

Unabridged legend:
4 Asia tanga
De Malacca

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Tangas - Filipe III coin from Portuguese Malacca (Malaysia) is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. The use of silver in coinage was a symbol of wealth and power, and the fact that this coin was made of silver suggests that it was an important part of the economy and trade in the region. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in Goa, which was a major center of trade and commerce in the region, further highlights its significance.