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5 Réis - Jose I

 
Copper 5.01 g 29.4 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Joseph I (José I) (1750-1777)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1751-1776
Value
5 Réis
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Copper
Weight
5.01 g
Diameter
29.4 mm
Thickness
1.06 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#4081
Rarity index
30%

Reverse

Legend and laurel wreath surrounding the value and dateAutomatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PORTUGALLÆ·ET·ALGARBIORUM·REX
V
1764

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Réis coin from Portugal, minted during the reign of King Jose I (1751-1776), was made of copper and weighed 5.01 grams. Despite its relatively small size and weight, this coin was an important part of the Portuguese currency system at the time, and it remained in circulation for many years. In fact, it was still being used as legal tender until the late 19th century, when it was eventually phased out in favor of newer coinage. Today, this coin is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians interested in the history of Portuguese currency.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1751  256000 - - - - - -
1754  - - - - - -
1757  1858000 - - - - - -
1764  3444000 - - - - - -
1766  669000 - - - - - -
1776  802000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Réis - Jose I 1751-1776 coin.