Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
5 Bazarucos - João V Dio
1715 year| Copper | 4.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Casa da Moeda de Diu |
| King | João V (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1715 |
| Value | 5 Bazarucos (1⁄150) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50370 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Castle over see (Dio Fortress) with value on center
Script: Latin
Lettering: 5
Interesting fact
The 5 Bazarucos coin from Portuguese India, minted in 1715 during the reign of King João V, features an unusual design element - a small image of a ship on the reverse side. This ship is believed to represent the Portuguese East India Company's influence on the region's trade and commerce. It's a unique feature that sets this coin apart from other coins of the time and adds to its historical significance.
