Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
5 Reis - João V
| Copper | 6.7 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John V (João V) (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1728-1746 |
| Value | 5 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.7 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#26629 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Value V within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering: REX PORTUGALÆ · ET · ALGARBIORUM ·
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Reis coin from João V's reign (1728-1746) was the first coin to feature the portrait of a Portuguese king. Prior to this, Portuguese coins had featured the royal coat of arms or other symbols, but not a personal portrait of the monarch. This change in design was a significant departure from traditional Portuguese coinage and reflected the growing influence of European artistic trends at the time.
