5 Réis (Pattern) 1891 (1891-1899) front 5 Réis (Pattern) 1891 (1891-1899) back
5 Réis (Pattern) 1891 (1891-1899) photo
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5 Réis Pattern

1891 (1891-1899) years
Copper-nickel 2.97 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Carlos I (1889-1908)
Type
Pattern
Year
1891 (1891-1899)
Value
5 Réis
Currency
Real (decimalized, 1835-1910)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
2.97 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#132756
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
REIS

Engraver: Valancio Alves

Edge

Plain

Comment

Coin MCM 18378 from INCM museum.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5 Réis coin was designed by the artist José de Alpoim, who was a prominent sculptor and medallist in Portugal at the time. Alpoim's design features a portrait of King Carlos I on the obverse side of the coin, while the reverse side depicts the coat of arms of Portugal surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the country's rich history and cultural heritage.