Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
5 Réis - João VI
| Copper | 6 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John VI (João VI) (1816-1826) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1818-1824 |
| Value | 5 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35311 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Face value between the date, surrounded by laureal wreath, surrounded by lettering.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
18V24
*PORTVGALIÆ . BRASILIÆ . ET .ALGARB . REX
Translation: King of Portugal, Brazil and the Algarve.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Réis coin from João VI's reign (1818-1824) 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 nod to the increasing influence of the Enlightenment and the desire to promote the idea of a more personal, accessible monarchy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1819 | 10609 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1820 | 13466 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1824 | 98394 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Réis - João VI 1818-1824 coin.
