40 Réis - Maria I (Large Type; Low and High Crowns; Lisbon) 1786-1796 front 40 Réis - Maria I (Large Type; Low and High Crowns; Lisbon) 1786-1796 back
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40 Réis - Maria I Large Type; Low and High Crowns; Lisbon

 
Copper 28.68 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
Queen
Mary I the Mad (1786-1799)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1786-1796
Value
40 Réis
Currency
Real (1654-1799)
Composition
Copper
Weight
28.68 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#332494
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

An armillary sphere, without mintmark.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PECUNIA . TOTUM . CIRCUMIT . ORBEM .

Translation: Money circulates around the world.

Edge

Plain

Comment

40 Réis = 2 Vinténs

 KM # 217.1 / Bentes #299: Lisbon Mint; Low Crown.
 KM # 217.2 / Bentes #300: Lisbon Mint; High Crown.

 KM # 217.1 / Bentes #299: Lisbon Mint; Low Crown; Variants:
+ 1786 - Bentes 299.01 - Appears with 45, 46 or 48 pearls.
+ 1790 - Bentes 299.02 - Appears with 44, 45, 47 or 48 pearls.
+ 1791 - Bentes 299.03 - Appears with 48 pearls.
+ 1796 - Bentes 299.04 - Appears with 45, 46, 50 or 51 pearls.

 KM # 217.2 / Bentes #300: Lisbon Mint; High Crown; Variants:
+ 1786 - Bentes 300.01: Appears with 46 or 47 pearls.
+ 1787 - Bentes 300.02: Appears with 48 or 49 pearls.
+ 1790 - Bentes 300.03: Appears with 44 or 45 pearls.
+ 1791 - Bentes 300.04: Appears with 48 pearls.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 40 Réis - Maria I (Large Type; Low and High Crowns; Lisbon) 1786-1796 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Brazil's history. The coin was minted during the reign of Queen Maria I, who ruled Brazil from 1777 to 1816. During her reign, Brazil experienced significant economic growth and cultural development, but also faced challenges such as inflation, political instability, and conflicts with neighboring countries. Despite these challenges, the 40 Réis coin remained a widely used and highly valued form of currency during this time, and its design has become an iconic symbol of Brazil's rich history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1786  99757 - - - - - -
1787  79286 - - - - - -
1790  140496 - - - - - -
1791  52914 - - - - - -
1796  101924 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 40 Réis - Maria I (Large Type; Low and High Crowns; Lisbon) 1786-1796 coin.