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400 Réis - Pedro II

 
Silver (.917) 8.96 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
Emperor
Peter II the Magnanimous (1831-1889)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1834-1848
Value
400 Réis
Currency
Real (1799-1942)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
8.96 g
Diameter
28 mm
Thickness
1.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#36193
Rarity index
81%

Reverse

Decorated border by dashed ring. Shield of the arms of the empire surmounted by Imperial Crown, flanked by branches of tobacco and coffee. All the joint surmounted by the legend: IN HOC S. VINCES (IN HOC SIGNO VINCES).

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN HOC S. VINCES

Translation:
IN HOC SIGNO VINCES
By this sign you will conquer

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 400 Réis - Pedro II 1834-1848 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Brazil's history. Pedro II was the second emperor of Brazil, and his reign saw the country go through significant social, economic, and political transformations, including the abolition of slavery and the expansion of the country's economy. Despite these changes, the coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency during this time, and its silver content made it a valuable and sought-after commodity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1834  - - - - - -
1835  - - - - - -
1837  7837 - - - - - -
1840  - - - - - -
1843  161 - - - - - -
1844  649 - - - - - -
1845  179 - - - - - -
1847  744 - - - - - -
1848  510 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 400 Réis - Pedro II 1834-1848 coin.