400 Réis - João V (Rio de Janeiro) 1730 front 400 Réis - João V (Rio de Janeiro) 1730 back
400 Réis - João V (Rio de Janeiro) 1730 photo
© INCM

400 Réis - João V Rio de Janeiro

1730 year
Gold (.917) 1.075 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
King
John V the Magnanimous (1706-1750)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1730
Value
400 Réis
Currency
Real (1654-1799)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
1.075 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#315733
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross of the Order of Christ flanked by four letters R and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES

Translation: With this Sign you will Win.

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

The above pict is the lot 14317 from INCM (Lisbon Mint House Museum)
Also known as Cruzado Novo.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 400 Réis - João V (Rio de Janeiro) 1730 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during the reign of King João V, who was known for his lavish spending and love of gold. As a result, this coin was made with a high gold content of .917, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.