© monge (CC0)
© monge (CC0)
5 Escudos
| Silver (.650) | 7 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|
| Period | Colony of the Portuguese Empire (1910-1951) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1939-1948 |
| Value | 5 Escudos |
| Currency | Escudo (1914-1974) |
| Composition | Silver (.650) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#13175 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 32% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPÚBLICA·PORTUGUESA
·1939·
Edge
Reeded
Comment
2nd system (1939-1948)
N#18042
N#26468
N#36188
N#24671
N#13175
N#18995
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Escudos 1939-1948 coin from São Tomé and Príncipe is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of King Amador, who ruled the island nation from 1903 to 1910, while the reverse side features a traditional São Toméan boat, known as a "sambuk," which was used for fishing and transportation. The coin's design was created by the Portuguese artist, António de Sousa, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | 60000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1948 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Escudos 1939-1948 coin.
