40 Réis - Pedro II 1831-1832 front 40 Réis - Pedro II 1831-1832 back
40 Réis - Pedro II 1831-1832 photo
© Rafael Augusto de Mattos Ferreira

40 Réis - Pedro II

 
Copper 14.2 g 35.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
Emperor
Peter II the Magnanimous (1831-1889)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1831-1832
Value
40 Réis
Currency
Real (1799-1942)
Composition
Copper
Weight
14.2 g
Diameter
35.2 mm
Thickness
1.9 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#48550
Rarity index
75%

Reverse

Globe in crowned shield surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES

Edge

Plain

Comment

NOTE: 1833 R exists as a pattern.

Interesting fact

The 40 Réis - Pedro II 1831-1832 coin from Brazil was the first coin to feature the portrait of Emperor Pedro II, who was only 15 years old when he ascended to the throne. Despite his young age, Pedro II went on to rule Brazil for 58 years, making him the longest-reigning monarch in Brazilian history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1832 R 816000 - - - - - -

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