40 Réis (Pattern Strike) 1889 front 40 Réis (Pattern Strike) 1889 back
40 Réis (Pattern Strike) 1889 photo
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40 Réis Pattern Strike

1889 year
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
Brazil
Period
Republic of the United States of Brazil (1889-1967)
Type
Pattern
Year
1889
Value
40 Réis
Currency
Real (1799-1942)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#59989
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Denomination in center, surrounded by 21 stars and legend

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ORDEM E PROGRESSO
* A ECONOMIA FAZ A PROSPERIDADE *
40
RÉIS

Translation:
Order and Progress
* The Economy Makes Prosperity *
40
Réis

Comment

"ENSAIO MONO" on the obverse is short for "ENSAIO MONETÁRIO," meaning monetary essai/test.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 40 Réis (Pattern Strike) 1889 from Brazil made of Copper is a rare and unique coin that was never circulated, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1889  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 40 Réis (Pattern Strike) 1889 coin.