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5 Bazarucos [Doted Shield] - José I Damão ND
| Nickel brass | 7.9 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Casa da Moeda de Diu |
| King | José I (1750-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1750-1770 |
| Value | 5 Bazarucos = 4 Réis (1⁄150) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 7.9 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50751 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
The 5 Bazarucos coin from Portuguese India, featuring José I (Damão) and made of nickel brass, was minted during a time of great change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of King José I, who ruled Portugal from 1750 to 1770, and was part of a series of coins minted during his reign. This coin, in particular, was minted in the city of Damão, which was a Portuguese colony in India at the time. The coin's design features a dotted shield on the obverse (front) side, and the king's name and title on the reverse (back) side. It weighs 7.9 grams and is made of nickel brass, a copper alloy that was commonly used for coins during this period. Despite its age, this coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
