400 Réis (Oswaldo Cruz) 1936-1938 front 400 Réis (Oswaldo Cruz) 1936-1938 back
400 Réis (Oswaldo Cruz) 1936-1938 photo
© Rafael Augusto de Mattos Ferreira

400 Réis Oswaldo Cruz

 
Copper-nickel 10.08 g 28.01 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
Period
Republic of the United States of Brazil (1889-1967)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1936-1938
Value
400 Réis
Currency
Real (1799-1942)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
10.08 g
Diameter
28.01 mm
Thickness
2.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#2244
Rarity index
8%

Reverse

Portrait of Oswaldo Gonçalves Cruz (1872-1917), doctor, bacteriologist and epidemiologist.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
OSWAL CRUZ
DO CB

Engraver: Calmon Barreto

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 400 Réis (Oswaldo Cruz) coin from Brazil, minted between 1936 and 1938, features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual national emblem or coat of arms, it depicts a portrait of Oswaldo Cruz, a renowned Brazilian physician and public health advocate who played a crucial role in combating diseases such as yellow fever and smallpox in the early 20th century. This coin is a nod to his contributions to Brazil's public health and well-being.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1936  3927500 - - - - - -
1937  3111000 - - - - - -
1938  2680500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 400 Réis (Oswaldo Cruz) 1936-1938 coin.