40 Réis - Luís I Countermark "CROWNED G.P." over ½ Tanga - Miguel I, Portuguese India ND
1887 year| Copper | 19 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Azores (Portugal) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis I the Popular (1861-1889) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1887 |
| Value | 40 Réis |
| Currency | Real (decimalized, 1843-1911) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 19 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Countermarked |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#102988 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lettering:
AP
½
T
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a countermark, which is a mark or symbol that is stamped or engraved on top of the original design of the coin. In this case, the countermark "CROWNED G.P." is stamped over the original ½ Tanga coin, which was issued by Miguel I of Portuguese India. This countermark was added to indicate that the coin had been certified or authenticated by a third party, and it adds an extra layer of interest and value to the coin for collectors.
