400 Réis - João V (Vila Rica) 1724-1726 front 400 Réis - João V (Vila Rica) 1724-1726 back
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400 Réis - João V Vila Rica

 
Gold (.917) 1.075 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
King
John V the Magnanimous (1706-1750)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1724-1726
Value
400 Réis
Currency
Real (1654-1799)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
1.075 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#315732
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES

Translation: With this Sign you will Win.

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

Vila Rica mint, in Minas Gerais, Brazil.

Also known as Cruzado Novo.

 According to the Bentes catalog, on the 400 Reis coin of 1724-R (147.01): any order, or equivalent document, which certifies the minting of the date 1724-MMMM is unknown. The few that have appeared until today, appear to be fake. Regarding other dates, most of the specimens are in a precarious state of conservation.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 400 Réis - João V (Vila Rica) 1724-1726 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during a time of great economic growth and prosperity in Brazil, particularly in the region of Minas Gerais, where the city of Vila Rica (now known as Ouro Preto) was located. This period saw a significant increase in the production of gold and other precious metals, which contributed to the wealth and development of the region. The coin itself is made of gold (.917) and weighs 1.075 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.