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5 Bazarucos - José I Baçaim
1770 year| Nickel brass | 4 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | José I (1750-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1770 |
| Value | 5 Bazarucos = 4 Réis (1⁄150) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49216 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Christo Cross with date under or at each corner
Script: Latin
Lettering: 17 -70
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Bazarucos - José I (Baçaim) 1770 from Portuguese India made of Nickel brass weighing 4 g is that it was minted during the reign of King José I of Portugal, who ruled from 1750 to 1777. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign to promote trade and commerce in the Portuguese colonies, particularly in India. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other, symbolizing the connection between the colonies and the mother country. Despite its small denomination, this coin is a valuable piece of history for collectors and numismatists.
