5 Reis - José I (PANO) 1770-1771 front 5 Reis - José I (PANO) 1770-1771 back
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5 Reis - José I PANO

 
Copper 3.7 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Angola
King
José I (1750-1777)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1770-1771
Value
5 Réis
Currency
Real (18th century-1914)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.7 g
Diameter
25 mm
Thickness
0.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#53289
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
AFRICA·PORTUGUEZA·1770
· V ·

Translation: Portuguese Africa

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Reis - José I (PANO) 1770-1771 coin from Angola is that it was issued 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 help standardize currency across the Portuguese Empire. The 5 Reis coin was a widely used denomination at the time and was minted in several different versions, with the PANO variety being one of the most well-known. Despite being made of copper, this coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1770  400000 - - - - - -
1771  533000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Reis - José I (PANO) 1770-1771 coin.