© 1200Reis
© 1200Reis
40 Reis - João Prince Regent countermarked coinage over D.JOAO V ND
1809 year| Copper | 14.70 g | 36.5 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| Regent | John VI the Clement (1799-1816) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1809 |
| Value | 40 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1799-1942) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 14.70 g |
| Diameter | 36.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#186132 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Globe (Lisbon Mint)
Script: Latin
Lettering: PECVNIA.TOTVM.CIRCVMIT. ORBEM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 40 Reis - João Prince Regent (countermarked coinage over D.JOAO V) ND (1809) from Brazil is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Brazil. The country was facing a severe economic crisis, and the government was forced to debase the currency by issuing coins with a lower metal content than their face value. This coin, made of copper and weighing 14.70g, was one of the coins issued during this time, and its value was 40 Reis, which was a significant amount for the time period. Despite the economic challenges, the coin still features a beautiful design, with an image of João Prince Regent on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists.
