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400 Réis - João V Rio de Janeiro
1734 year| Gold (.917) | 0.89 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| King | John V the Magnanimous (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1734 |
| Value | 400 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1654-1799) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 0.89 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#35780 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Royal crown and date between dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
.1734.
IOANNES.V.P.REX
Translation: João V, by the Grace of God, King of Portugal.
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
400 Réis = ¼ Escudo (also known as 1 Cruzadinho)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 400 Réis - João V (Rio de Janeiro) 1734 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during the reign of King John V of Portugal, who was known for his lavish spending and love of art and architecture. This coin, made of gold (.917) and weighing 0.89 grams, was likely used for everyday transactions and represents a small fraction of the wealth that flowed through the Portuguese Empire during that time.
